19K views · 98 reactions | On the birth anniversary of Captain Lakshmi Sehgal: We share a rare photograph and a confidential “History Sheet of Dr. Lakshmi Swaminathan, Maj. Comd. Rani of Jhansi Regiment, INA” detailing her early life, education, medical career, INA involvement, and leadership. Today, we honor her inspiring legacy. ✨ #Amritkaal | Amrit Mahotsav | Facebook

Captain Lakshmi Sahgal, born on 24 October 1914 in Madras, was a pioneer in the Indian Independence movement and a true symbol of resilience and service. From an early age, she was vocal against the caste practices prevalent in Kerala. At 26, she completed her MBBS and moved to Singapore after her first marriage ended. In Singapore, she established a clinic to provide medical aid to poor and migrant Indian workers. During the Japanese occupation of Singapore in 1942, she extended her services to