Phulwari Ashram, Saharanpur

Phulwari Ashram is a historically significant site located on the banks of the Paandhoi River in Saharanpur. It is closely associated with various movements during India’s freedom struggle and served as a center of revolutionary activities in Saharanpur and nearby regions.

The ashram was established by local journalist and freedom fighter Lalta Prasad Akhtar at a young age under the Hindu Kumar Sabha formed in 1916. Later, in 1926, he became the convener of the Saharanpur unit of the Naujawan Bharat Sabha founded by Bhagat Singh.

During his period of absconding, Shaheed Bhagat Singh took shelter in a small room (kiosk/shop area) within this ashram to avoid arrest by the British authorities.

In 1930, during the Salt Law Breaking Movement led by Mahatma Gandhi, the people of Saharanpur and nearby areas gathered at this ashram and collectively made salt, thereby breaking the British salt law. This made the ashram an important center of the freedom movement in the region.

The ashram stands today as a symbol of India’s struggle for independence and continues to hold historical and cultural importance.

Location: Near Paandhoi River, Saharanpur
Distance: Located within the city

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