Kushal Konwar was a dedicated Indian independence activist hailing from Assam, deeply involved in the Quit India Movement of 1942. Driven by a fervent patriotism and inspired by Mahatma Gandhi's call for nonviolent resistance, Konwar actively mobilized villagers in the Golaghat district, organizing peaceful protests and demonstrations against British rule. He believed strongly in the power of peaceful means to achieve freedom and consistently advocated for nonviolent methods within his sphere of influence.

Tragically, Konwar's unwavering commitment to the cause led to his wrongful implication in an incident that ultimately cost him his life. He was falsely accused of being involved in the derailment of a train, an act of sabotage that resulted in several casualties. Despite maintaining his innocence and the lack of concrete evidence against him, the colonial authorities swiftly tried and convicted him. Kushal Konwar was subsequently hanged in 1943, becoming the only martyr of the Quit India Movement to be executed. His sacrifice cemented his place in Indian history as a symbol of courage, unwavering dedication, and the ultimate price paid in the pursuit of freedom. He remains an inspirational figure in Assam and across India, remembered for his commitment to nonviolence and his ultimate sacrifice for the nation's independence.