Uppu Satyagraham-Payyanur Part 2 -Nattupaithrukam Episode 24

The Payyanur Salt Satyagraha was a major event in Kerala during the Indian freedom struggle. On April 13, 1930, leader K. Kelappan walked with 32 volunteers from Kozhikode to Payyanur, reaching it on April 21 to break the salt laws at Uliyath Kadavu and Poochal Beach. Payyanur was called the "Second Bardoli" for its deep role in the movement.Key FactsDate Started: April 13, 1930 (March began from Kozhikode)Date of Law Breaking: April 21–23, 1930Main Venue: Uliyath Kadavu / Poochal Beach (Ramanthali) in Payyanur, Kannur districtKey Leader: K. Kelappan (known as Kerala Gandhi)Other Leaders Involved: P. Krishnapillai, Mohammed Abdur Rahiman, E. Moidu Moulavi, and T.R. Krishnaswami IyerHistorical ImpactServed as the main center for the Civil Disobedience Movement in the Malabar region.Inspired thousands across Kerala to join anti-colonial demonstrations and boycotts.Designated as the "Second Bardoli" by national newspapers like the Bombay Chronicle for its fierce resistance