In Varanasi, B.P. Koirala—who had recently been released from prison—invited us to dinner. Mrs. Koirala showed great respect to her, and B.P. Koirala told me: "Yami-ji, take very good care of sister-in-law. If anything happens to her, you will be left helpless. Your life has benefited immensely from her sacrifice and penance, and her presence is vital for our country's future."
He passed away just a few days after their meeting.
Heera DEvi's exposure to the Indian Independence Movement (witnessing Mahatma Gandhi's campaigns firsthand in Kolkata and Kalimpong prior to 1947) directly shaped her grassroots methods—combining non-violent social reform, educational outreach, and anti-caste advocacy in Nepal.
Nepal, as the birthplace of Shakyamuni Buddha, carries deep philosophical roots in Buddhist traditions. The Buddha’s famed Kalama Sutta explicitly advises against blindly believing rumors, traditions, or authority figures without personal verification and logical reasoning. This historical tradition frames critical thinking not merely as an academic exercise, but as an essential practice for emotional balance and peace of mind.