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Trilochan Pokhrel - Freedom Fighter from Sikkim
Trilochan Pokhrel (died 1969) was the first Sikkimese freedom fighter of Nepali (Gorkha) origin. In Sikkim and North Bengal, Pokhrel is popularly called 'Gandhi Pokhrel'.
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Early life
Pokhrel was born at Tareythang Busty, in East Sikkim. Pokhrel was highly influenced by the movements of Mahatma Gandhi, which were based on the fundamental principles of peace and non violence. He was actively involved in Gandhi's movements, such as the Non-Cooperation Movement, the Civil Disobedience Movement and the Quit India Movement. Mr. Pokherl had immense faith in the teaching of simple life led by Mahatma Gandhi. Pokhrel is known for propagating the concept of Swadeshi among the Sikkimese peasantry.
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