She Fought Like a Lioness’: The Iconic Poem on Rani Lakshmibai That Fills Every Vein With Courage
On the birth anniversary of Rani Lakshmibai, born on 19 November 1828 in Varanasi, the nation remembers one of its greatest symbols of courage, sacrifice and patriotism. On this occasion, we revisit the timeless poem “Jhansi Ki Rani” by Subhadra Kumari Chauhan — a poem that has echoed through generations and continues to ignite the spirit of bravery in every Indian.
A Poem That Became History
Subhadra Kumari Chauhan, born on 16 August 1904 in Allahabad district, stands among the most celebrated poets of Hindi literature. Known for her fiery nationalist poetry, she immortalised Rani Lakshmibai through her legendary lines:
“Khoob ladi mardaani, woh toh Jhansi wali Rani thi.”(She fought valiantly, she was the Queen of Jhansi.)
These lines are more than poetry — they are a living p...









