Before their now controversial list of villians, Outlook came up with a list of 50 heroes in post-Independence India.
As with any list, there are some great selections, surprise picks and some WTF picks. Instead of concentrating on the negatives, on the occasion of India’s 60th Independence Day, here’s a list of some underappreciated folks on the list whose names might get lost in a sea of who’s whos.
Vallabhbhai Patel – A no-nonsense hawk and architect of the current map of India, Kashmir notwithstanding. Patel worked tirelessly to create an union out of a fractured country and was instrumental in ending monarchies.
Homi Bhabha – Father of India’s nuclear program.
Manmohan Singh (not on the Outlook list) – As Finance Minister, in 1991 his economic liberalization package paved the way for the Indian economy to finally realize its potential.
Vikram Sarabhai – Father of India’s Space Program.
Kapil Dev (and the 1983 Indian cricket team) – As captain, he literally willed the Indian team to a World Cup win, arguably India’s biggest achievement to date in the sporting arena.
And above all, it’s the people, stupid.
Happy Independence Day and 60th anniversary, India.
Also Happy 60th anniversary to Pakistan.
Which other under appreciated hero would you like to include (from the Outlook list or elsewhere)?
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