Sukhdevraj, born on 7 December 1907 in a Khatri family in Lahore, became a significant figure in the Indian revolutionary movement. During his studies, he met Bhagwati Charan Bohra, which led him to join the revolutionary party. He was a close associate of Chandrashekhar Azad and was arrested twice for his involvement in the movement, each time receiving a three-year sentence. On 27 February 1931, he was with Azad in Allahabad's Alfred Park. When they were surrounded by police, Azad urged Sukhdevraj to escape. After leaving Alfred Park, his whereabouts were unknown until 1963.
In 1963, he arrived in Durg, inspired by Vinoba Bhave's spirit of service. At Bhave's request, he came to Durg where the Chandrakar family of Kolihapuri donated five acres of land for a leprosy ashram. He dedicated ten years to serving leprosy patients and establishing and managing the ashram. During this period, he developed close friendships with fellow freedom fighters Raj Verma, Girdhari Das Manikpuri, and Harbhajan Singh in the Durg area. His work left a lasting impact on the community.
Sukhdevraj passed away on 5 July 1973. To honor his contributions and ensure his legacy remains unforgettable, a statue has been installed in the village of Anda. This statue stands as a testament to his dedication and service, both as a revolutionary and a humanitarian. His life continues to inspire those who learn about his sacrifices and service.
The Statue of freedom fighter Sukhdevraj was installed at Anda Village.
Source: Tikeshwar Prasad Gajpal, Contributor for CCRT.