A Revolutionary Upbringing Captain Lakshmi Swaminathan, later known as Captain Lakshmi Seel, was born in 1914 to a progressive family that valued education and social service. Her upbringing instilled a strong sense of justice and desire to serve others. After excelling at Madras Medical College, she began her medical career but soon found herself drawn into the independence movement due to her family's political activism.
Formation of Women’s Brigade In Singapore during World War II, Captain Lakshmi met revolutionary leader Subhas Chandra Bose who inspired her involvement with the Indian National Army (INA). She played an integral role in forming a women's regiment within the INA called Rani of Jhansi Regiment. This unique group consisted entirely of women soldiers united by their goal for India's freedom from colonial rule.
Courage on Battlefield Under Captain Lakshmi's leadership, the all-women regiment faced numerous challenges while fighting against formidable Allied forces in Burma's jungles. Despite harsh conditions and treacherous terrain, these brave women demonstrated remarkable valor which significantly impacted both military operations and encouraged other women across India to join the struggle for independence.
Healing Post-Independence Trauma As India gained independence in 1947 amidst partition violence affecting millions, Captain Lakshmi continued serving society through medicine among refugees from Pakistan. Married Colonel P.R Kumar Seal after being released from British captivity post-war; together they worked tirelessly helping those displaced by conflict regardless of religion or background.