The Swaraj Edit

Ammu Swaminathan

Ammu Swaminathan(1894–1978) was a freedom fighter, women’s rights activist, and social reformer. She co-founded the Women’s India Association, worked for gender equality, and later served as a Member of Parliament, advocating for social welfare and women’s empowerment.

Our Ammu S Wrap Top reflects her quiet strength and enduring grace- a tribute to the women who led change with courage and conviction.

 

Annie Mascarene

Annie Mascarene(1902-1963) was a freedom fighter, women’s rights activist, and social reformer. She co-founded the Women’s India Association, worked for gender equality, and later served as a Member of Parliament, advocating for social welfare and women’s empowerment.

Our Annie M Dress embodies her spirit of strength, compassion, and empowerment- blending softness with resilience, much like the change she inspired for women and society.

 

Dakshayani Velayudhan

Dakshayani Velayudhan (1912–1978) was the first Dalit woman graduate in India and a social reformer who fought against caste discrimination and worked for equality and education of marginalized communities.

Our Dakshayani Long Line Shirt embodies her spirit of courage, vision, and social reform- blending striking contrasts with a harmonious balance, much like the enduring change she inspired for justice and education in India.

 

Begum Aizaz Rasul

Begum Aizaz Rasul (1909–2001) was a politician who served in the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly and advocated for minority rights, opposing separate electorates.

Our Begum Aizaz Co-ord Set honours her commitment to inclusive representation and social progress. It reflects the confidence, integrity, and forward-thinking vision with which she championed equality and worked to strengthen a more united society.

 

Durgabai Deshmukh

Durgabai Deshmukh(1909-1981) She was a freedom fighter, founder of the Andhra Mahila Sabha, and worked extensively for women’s education, social welfare, and legal reforms.

Our Durgabai Deshmukh Pant & Durgabai Deshmukh Shirt pays tribute to her unwavering commitment to women’s education, social welfare, and legal reform. It reflects the strength, purpose, and determination with which she championed equality and worked to build a more inclusive and empowered society.

 

Hansa Jivraj Mehta

Hansa Jivraj Mehta (1897-1995) She was an educationist, women’s rights activist, and Vice-Chancellor of Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, and played a key role in shaping the United Nations Commission on Human Rights, advocating gender equality globally.

Our Hansa Fit & Flare Shirt embodies her spirit of intellect and global vision- blending structural clarity with harmonious contrasts, much like the universal gender equality she championed on the world stage.

 

Kamla Chaudhry

Kamla Chaudhry (1908-1970) She was a freedom fighter, writer, and member of the Indian National Congress, actively involved in the independence movement and social reform.

Our Kamla Chaudhary Wrap Shirt embodies her spirit of patriotism and literary voice- blending disciplined stripes with dynamic lines, much like the narrative of freedom she penned for the nation.

 

Leela Roy

Leela Roy (1900-1970) She was a freedom fighter and educationist who founded institutions for women’s education and actively participated in revolutionary movements for India’s independence.

Our Leela Co-ord Set honors her vision of empowering women through education and self-reliance. It reflects the strength, determination, and progressive spirit with which she championed both women’s rights and India’s freedom movement.

 

Malati Choudhury

Malati Choudhury (1904-1998) She was a freedom fighter and Gandhian activist who worked for rural development, tribal welfare, and social justice.

Our Malati Shirt + Waistcoat Set embodies her spirit of grassroots activism- blending grounded stripes with a rich floral vest, much like the vibrant rural and tribal communities she dedicated her life to uplift.

 

Purnima Banerjee

Purnima Banerjee (1911-1951) She was a freedom fighter and member of the Indian National Congress, actively involved in the independence movement and organizing protests during the Quit India Movement.

Our Purnima B. Collared Dress embodies her spirit of defiance and revolutionary grace- blending a structured silhouette with energetic details, much like her tireless work organizing protests for India’s freedom.

 

Rajkumari Amrit Kaur

Rajkumari Amrit Kaur (1889-1964) She was a freedom fighter and India’s first Health Minister, who worked for public health, women’s rights, and founded the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS).

Our Amrit K Co-ord Set embodies her spirit of progressive reform- blending grid-lined precision with an empowering silhouette, much like the enduring legacy of healthcare and women's rights she built.

 

Renuka Ray

Renuka Ray (1904-1997) She was a social reformer and politician who worked for women’s rights, served in the Lok Sabha, and was associated with the All India Women's Conference.

Our Renuka Ray Dress embodies her spirit of dedicated leadership- blending honest, continuous lines with a gentle grace, much like the enduring paths toward equality she forged.

 

Sarojini Naidu

Sarojini Naidu (1879-1949) She was a freedom fighter, poet known as the “Nightingale of India,” and the first woman Governor of an Indian state, actively involved in the independence movement and women’s rights.

Our Sarojini Shirt Dress embodies her spirit of poetic eloquence- blending a warm rhythm of stripes with a crisp collar, much like the lyrical yet powerful voice she gave to India's freedom.

 

Sucheta Kripalani

Sucheta Kripalani (1908-1974) She was a freedom fighter and politician who became India’s first woman Chief Minister (Uttar Pradesh) and worked for independence, governance, and social welfare.

Our Sucheta Fitted Dress embodies her spirit of governance and empathy- blending gentle sleeves with a resolute, tailored drape, mirroring the fortitude she brought to the nation's political frontlines.

 

Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit

Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit (1900-1990) She was a diplomat and politician, the first woman President of the United Nations General Assembly, and served as India’s ambassador to several countries.

Our Vijaya Lakshmi Patch Shirt honours her historic diplomacy- blending sharp tailoring with a heritage pocket, much like the sophisticated eloquence she brought to her roles as a global ambassador.