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On the 13th of February, a significant figure in Indian history, Sarojini Naidu, was born in 1879 in Hyderabad. She was a distinguished poet and a fervent political activist who played a pivotal role in India's struggle for independence. Known for her advocacy for civil rights, women's emancipation, and opposition to imperialism, Naidu's contributions were multifaceted. Her leadership skills were recognized when she became the first Indian woman to preside over the Indian National Congress and later, the first female governor of an Indian state, the United Provinces. Mahatma Gandhi honored her with the title "Nightingale of India" for her poetic prowess.
Here is the list of major events on February 13 over the years
| Year | Events on February 13 | |
|---|---|---|
1 | 13 February, 1879 | Birth of Sarojini Naidu, poet and freedom fighter, known as the "Nightingale of India." |
2 | 13 February, 1835 | Birth of Mirza Ghulam Ahmad, founder of the Ahmadiyya movement in Islam. |
3 | 13 February, 1911 | Birth of Faiz Ahmed Faiz, renowned Indo-Pakistani poet and journalist. |
4 | 13 February, 1929 | Birth of Lekh Tandon, film producer and actor. |
5 | 13 February, 1942 | Birth of M.F. Saldanha, Bombay High Court judge. |
6 | 13 February, 1944 | Birth of Oduvil Unnikrishnan, Indian film actor. |
7 | 13 February, 1969 | Birth of Subroto Banerjee, former Indian cricketer. |
8 | 13 February, 1976 | Birth of Sharad Kapoor, Hindi film and television actor. |
9 | 13 February, 1980 | Birth of Indira Dangi, Hindi novelist and playwright. |
10 | 13 February, 1986 | Birth of Rashmi Desai, television actress known for "Uttaran." |
11 | 13 February, 1992 | Birth of Vishal Vashisht, television personality. |
12 | 13 February, 1956 | Death of Gyananjan Niyogi, independence movement leader and social reformer. |
13 | 13 February, 1974 | Death of Ustad Amir Khan, classical singer and founder of the Indore Gharana. |
14 | 13 February, 2008 | Death of Rajendra Nath, Indian actor and comedian. |
15 | 13 February, 2014 | Death of Balu Mahendra, Sri Lankan-born Indian cinematographer and director. |
16 | 13 February, 2016 | Death of O. N. V. Kurup, Indian poet and educationalist. |
17 | 13 February, 2010 | Pune bomb blast killed 17 people and injured 60. |
18 | 13 February, World Radio Day | Celebrates the role of radio in information dissemination and cultural expression. |
19 | 13 February, Kiss Day | Precursor to Valentine's Day, symbolizing love and affection. |
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