Prayagraj a city with rich literary heritage, has nurtured, been a nestling place, which either bore or brought people together to gain and spread knowledge. The Allahabad University, which was established on 23rd September 1887 was referred to as the ‘Oxford of the East’. This city has produced literary geniuses, political figures, theatre personalities and sportsmen. Allahabad has seen the pinnacle of our Freedom Struggle and resonates this in the air till date. It instils a sense of pride and awe to even observe the breed of famous personalities who emerge out of this city.
Born In Allahabad, This Freedom Fighter, After Obtaining A Degree In Law And A Post Graduation In History, Joined The Allahabad High Court. He Has Been An Important Reason For Hindi To Have Achieved An Official Language Status.
The First Prime Minister Of India Born In Allahabad, Spent His Childhood At ‘Anand Bhavan’ A Palatial House, Which Has Been The Venue For Many Key Decisions Made Through The Freedom Struggle.
Another Prime Minister Who Changed The Whole Outlook Of People, By Becoming The ‘First Lady Prime Minister’. Often Referred To As ‘The Iron Lady’ Was Born In Allahabad.
This Famous Modern Poet Is Known For His Chhayavadi School Of Hindi Literature.
A Recipient Of Padma Bhushan For His Immense Contribution To Hindi Literature Was Born In Allahabad. He Is The Father Of The Bollywood Legend Amitabh Bachchan. He Was The Second Indian To Be Awarded A Doctorate In English Literature By The Cambridge University.
A Renowned Indian Classical Flautist Born In Allahabad, Has Won Many Prestigious Awards.
Allahabad Gave Wings And Reared People To Explore Many Other Fields Too, Few Important People Who Moved On To Be Known Across The Globe For Their Acting Ability, Were Nargis, Karan Arora, Vijay Bose & Our Legendary ‘Amitabh Bachchan’. The ‘Nobel Laureate’ Rudyard Kipling Is Said To Have Spent Some Of His Time In Allahabad, Working For The Newspaper ‘The Pioneer’ As An Assistant Editor And Overseas Correspondent.
