Edited By: Pragati Bhandari

Chauri Chaura, Uttar Pradesh Chauri Chaura is a small town in  Uttar Pradesh, known for a tragic incident during India's non-cooperation movement against British rule in 1922. A group of protesters clashed with the police, leading to  the death of several policemen.  As a result, Mahatma Gandhi suspended the non-cooperation movement, making it a significant event in India's struggle for freedom.

Cellular Jail, Port Blair,  Andaman and Nicobar Islands The Cellular Jail, also known as Kala Pani, was a colonial-era prison used by the British to incarcerate Indian freedom fighters during the independence movement. The conditions in the jail were harsh, and many prisoners died due to torture, disease, and inhumane treatment.

Chauri Chaura, Uttar Pradesh Chauri Chaura is a small town in  Uttar Pradesh, known for a tragic incident during India's non-cooperation movement against British rule in 1922. A group of protesters clashed with the police, leading to  the death of several policemen.  As a result, Mahatma Gandhi suspended the non-cooperation movement, making it a significant event in India's struggle for freedom.

Bhopal Gas Tragedy Site, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh The Bhopal Gas Tragedy of  1984 is considered one of the  world's worst industrial disasters.  A pesticide plant leaked toxic gas, resulting in the immediate death  of thousands of people, and  causing long-term health issues  for many more. The site now  serves as a memorial and a  reminder of the consequences  of industrial negligence.

Chittorgarh Fort, Rajasthan Chittorgarh Fort is known for its history of sieges, battles, and acts of Jauhar (self-immolation) by Rajput women to avoid capture and dishonor by foreign invaders. The fort's tragic past includes instances of mass self-sacrifice during invasions by Alauddin Khilji and Emperor Akbar's forces.

Bishnupur Terracotta Temples,  West Bengal While these temples are known for their architectural beauty, some of them hold a tragic past during the reign of the Malla kings. It is said that the kings enforced harsh taxes, leading to famine and starvation among the common people, leaving a mark on the history of the region.

Feroz Shah Kotla Fort, Delhi Feroz Shah Kotla Fort in Delhi is believed to be haunted by djinns (supernatural beings). People visit  the fort to make offerings and seek blessings from these spirits.  The place has a dark mystique surrounding it, attracting both believers and curiosity-seekers.

Sabarmati Ashram,  Ahmedabad, Gujarat While Sabarmati Ashram is a significant place associated with Mahatma Gandhi's non-violent resistance during the freedom struggle, it also has a dark past. During the Quit India Movement in 1942, many activists were arrested and incarcerated here by the British authorities.

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