Usha Mehta was an Indian freedom fighter and a prominent figure in the Indian independence movement. She is known for her significant contribution to the underground radio station called

“Congress Radio” during the Quit India Movement.

During the British colonial rule in India, the Indian National Congress was at the forefront of the struggle for independence. In 1942, during World War II, when the British government refused to grant

immediate independence to India, the Congress Party launched the Quit India Movement as a mass civil

disobedience campaign.

Usha Mehta, along with her colleagues, set up an underground radio station called “Congress Radio” to counter British propaganda and spread the message of the Quit India Movement. This clandestine radio station operated from Bombay (now Mumbai) and broadcasted news, speeches, and messages of

resistance against British rule.

Usha Mehta played a pivotal role in operating Congress Radio. She organized a team of volunteers and worked tirelessly to gather news, write scripts, record messages, and transmit them through secret channels. The radio station became a vital source of information and inspiration for the Indian

population during the freedom struggle.

The British authorities were aware of the existence of Congress Radio and made efforts to locate and shut it down. Usha Mehta and her colleagues had to constantly change locations to avoid detection. Despite the challenges, Congress Radio continued its broadcasts, motivating people to join the freedom

movement and providing updates on the progress of the struggle.

Usha Mehta’s efforts in running Congress Radio made a significant impact on the Indian independence movement. The radio station played a crucial role in mobilizing public support, spreading awareness, and

keeping the spirit of the movement alive.

Usha Mehta’s contributions to the freedom struggle extended beyond Congress Radio. She actively participated in various civil disobedience movements, worked with other freedom fighters, and played a

vital role in the reconstruction of the Indian National Congress after independence.

Usha Mehta’s dedication to the cause of independence and her pioneering work in operating Congress Radio have earned her a place in Indian history as a brave freedom fighter and a symbol of resistance against colonial rule.