The song "Vande Mataram," originally penned by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay in the 19th century, evolved from literary origins into a national symbol. Over time, its appeal extended beyond Indian soil among expatriates, students, and revolutionaries abroad. As part of diaspora activism in the early 20th century, "Vande Mataram" became more than a song: it was a message of resistance, identity, hope.

One of the primary locations for this overseas nationalist activity was India House a student hostel in London, founded in 1905 with support from fellow Indian patriots. What began as a hostel for Indian students living in Britain soon turned into the nerve centre of nationalist and revolutionary mobilization abroad.

At India House, anti-colonial literature pamphlets, manifestos, newsletters

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