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Dinabandhu Das, born on March 1907, in Gokarna village of Murshidabad district, hailed from a family deeply embedded in the service of Jemo Rajbari, with his father, Sharat Chandra Das, employed there. His early life was marked by tragedy as his father's premature demise left a void in the Rajbari. Commencing his education at Gokarna High School, Das soon found himself captivated by the fervour of the Swadeshi movement.

Driven by his passion for nationalism, Das established the "Khadi Center" in Jemo, advocating for the spinning wheel and distributing cotton. However, British authorities dismantled the centre in 1929, dealing a blow to his efforts. Despite setbacks, Das's commitment to the cause intensified, leading to his arrest during a picketing event in Kandi in 1930.

Enduring incarceration in Kandi Jail and later Berhampore Jail, Das encountered revolutionary figures like Tridib Chowdhury and DurgapadaSingha, kindling his interest in communism. The pivotal moment came during the "Kandi Bombing Case" of 1932, where Das underwent brutal police interrogation and torture, yet his dedication to the revolutionary cause remained resolute.

Post-independence, Das devoted himself to nation-building, notably through his involvement in the Khadi and Krishok movements. His relentless endeavours earned him recognition in 1972 when the Indian government conferred upon him the prestigious "Tamra Patra" and a pension.

Das passed away on 12 November 1987.

Tamra Patra was awarded by the Government of India in 1972.

Source : Ramkrishna Halder, Contributor for CCRT.