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The Alipore Central Jail is a national historic landmark located in the heart of Kolkata. Alipore Jail Constructed in 1906, and spread over 15.2 acres, this colonial era institution abuts Tolly's Nullah and can be identified easily with its characteristic brick-red walls. Within the premises one can spot the central watchtower, buildings which served as prison cells and wards, and the Alipore Jail Hospital building. Notable freedom fighters who were incarcerated here include Jawaharlal Nehru, Subhash Chandra Bose, Chittaranjan Das, Dinesh Gupta, Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy, Desbondhu Chittaranjan Das, Deshopriyo Jatindramohon Sengupta to name a few. It served as a correctional home till 2019 when the inmates were shifted to Baruipur. From being a silent witness to the brutalities inflicted on the freedom fighters of the country, the Alipore Central Correctional Home is now transformed as a memorial and museum to honour the sacrifice of those who fought for the independence of India.
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13 сен 2023
