H. S. Doreswamy

Harohalli Srinivasaiah Doreswamy (10 April 1918 – 26 May 2021) was an Indian activist and journalist.[1] He turned 100 in April 2018.[2] He was known for being an important figure in the Indian independence movement. He worked alongside Gandhi during the movement. He was born in Harohalli, Mysore State, British Indian Empire.

After independence, Doreswamy continued to work as a journalist and social reformer. He raised his voice on many public issues, including corruption, education and the environment. He took part in movements to support farmers and to protect civil rights in India.

Doreswamy turned 100 years old in April 2018. He continued to be active in public life even after the age of 100, attending protests and writing articles.

Death

Doreswamy died on 26 May 2021 in Bangalore, Karnataka from cardiac arrest, aged 103.[3]

References

  1. ↑ Boruah, Maitreyee (15 August 2014). "INDEPENDENCE DAY SPECIAL - Free India from poverty and corruption: HS Doraiswamy". The Times Group. Archived from the original on 30 October 2014. Retrieved 30 October 2014.
  2. ↑ "PM Modi is behaving like a 'dictator': Freedom fighter HS Doreswamy - Times of India". The Times of India.
  3. ↑ "Freedom fighter H S Doreswamy passes away at 103". Deccan Herald. 26 May 2021. Archived from the original on 26 May 2021. Retrieved 26 May 2021.
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