The Incredible Journey of Bhopal’s 'Rusi Miyan': From Khilafat Movement to the Red Army

The history of Bhopal is filled with unsung heroes, but few stories are as extraordinary as that of Rafiq Ahmed, popularly known as 'Rusi Miyan.' In 1920, this Bhopal resident embarked on an arduous journey on foot to Russia, driven by the fervor of the Khilafat Movement. His life serves as a bridge between the local struggles of our city and the global political shifts of the early 20th century.