A 12-Year-Old Boatman Who Became India’s Youngest Freedom Fighter. Baji Rout from Odisha was shot dead by British police in 1938 after he refused to ferry them across the Brahmani River. His courage made him India’s youngest martyr in the freedom struggle. . Follow [onevisionmedia.in] to stay informed and updated❗ . #onevisionmedia #facts #trending #india #bajirout #unsungheroes #odisha #history