The Chapekar Brothers, Damodar Hari Chapekar, Balkrishna Hari Chapekar and Vasudeo Hari Chapekar, also spelt Wasudeva or Wasudev, were Indian revolutionaries involved in assassinating W. C. Rand, the British Plague Commissioner of Pune, after the public of Pune was frustrated with the vandalism from the officers and soldiers appointed by him, in late 19th century. Mahadev Vinayak Ranade was also an accomplice in the assassination.
Revolutionary, Damodar Hari Chapekar
Revolutionary, Balkrishna Chapekar
Revolutionary, Vasudeo Chapekar
Statue of the Chapekar brothers at Chinchwad, Pune
Chinchwad is an upscale locality in the city of Pimpri Chinchwad, which is about 15 km (9.3 mi) northwest of the historic city of Pune situated on the banks of Pavna river. The neighborhood is home to extensive industry and is well known for its automotive, pharmaceutical, electrical products, electronics and hardware, aerospace and manufacturing units.
Image: Chapekar Wada
Image: Chaphekar Brother's
Image: Tata motors Pune plant 1315
Image: Chinchwad station BRT bus stop