Exile to Calcutta

"Exile to Calcutta" refers to the experience of being forcibly removed from one's homeland and sent to Calcutta (now Kolkata), India, often during British colonial rule. This exile was typically politically motivated, targeting activists or leaders who opposed colonial authority. It involved separation from personal, cultural, and social roots, leading to feelings of displacement and loss. The phrase captures both the physical journey and the emotional impact of exile, symbolizing alienation and sacrifice in the struggle against colonial dominance. It reflects a significant chapter in the history of anti-colonial resistance and personal resilience.