Ashfaqulla Khan was born on October 22, 1900, in Shahjahanpur, a town in present-day Uttar Pradesh, India. He came from a devout Muslim family that valued education and social service. He received his early education in Shahjahanpur and later moved to Aligarh for further studies.

Inspired by the non-cooperation movement led by Mahatma Gandhi, Ashfaqulla Khan became actively involved in the freedom struggle at a young age. He was deeply influenced by the ideals of patriotism and self-sacrifice.

In 1925, when the Kakori Conspiracy Case took place, Ashfaqulla Khan, along with Ram Prasad Bismil, Chandrashekhar Azad, and others, was involved in a train robbery near Kakori to fund revolutionary activities against the British government. The incident led to a widespread manhunt by the British authorities.

Ashfaqulla Khan was arrested and put on trial for his involvement in the Kakori Conspiracy Case. During the trial, he displayed remarkable courage and integrity. Despite attempts to force a confession, he remained steadfast and did not implicate his comrades.

On December 19, 1927, Ashfaqulla Khan was executed by hanging in Faizabad Central Jail (now in Uttar Pradesh). Before his execution, he wrote a moving letter to his mother, expressing his love for the nation and his willingness to sacrifice his life for the cause of freedom.

Ashfaqulla Khan is remembered as a valiant freedom fighter who sacrificed his life for India’s independence. His bravery, commitment, and patriotism continue to inspire generations of Indians. Several monuments, parks, and institutions have been named in his honor, and he is celebrated as a national hero in India’s struggle for freedom. His legacy lives on as a symbol of the indomitable spirit of the Indian freedom movement.