Established in 1892 with an investment of Rs 700, Bengal Chemicals was among colonial India’s first step towards self-reliance. It was during the non-cooperation movement in 1924 that Ray declared, “Science can afford to wait but Swaraj cannot.” This led the administration to record his name as a “revolutionary in the garb of a scientist”. However, it was the Second World War that brought new opportunities for Ray and Bengal Chemicals. It was following Ray’s death on June 16, 1944, that Bengal Chemicals entered a period of uncertainty, which was further worsened by Partition. Click here to join our channel (@indianexpress) and stay updated with the latest headlinesFor all the latest Opinion News, download Indian Express App.

Source: Indian Express April 18, 2020 18:56 UTC