1930-1931
Inspired by Mahatma Gandhi, Dubey joined the Civil Disobedience Movement against British rule, taking an active role in the fight for India’s independence.
1933-1934
Completed his Master’s degree in Sanskrit from the University of Calcutta.
Earned an Acharya degree in Vedanta Shastra from Banaras Hindu University, demonstrating his scholarly pursuit alongside political engagement.
Mid-1930s
Organised dock workers in Kidderpore, Kolkata, and established the Dock Mazdoor Union along with the Labor Party.
Led a historic 21-day strike at the Kolkata Port, paralysing port operations and igniting momentum for both the labour movement and India's freedom struggle.
1936-1937
Co-founded the All India Students Federation and led movements demanding the return of political prisoners from Andaman to India. His leadership inspired prominent figures like Rabindranath Tagore and Mahatma Gandhi.
Played a key role in establishing the All India Kisan Sabha and the Progressive Writers' Association in Lucknow.
1939
Became a founding member of the Bolshevik Party of India (BPI).
Took on editorial roles, including being the first organisational secretary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s Forward Bloc.
Appointed general secretary of the All India Kisan Sabha, founded by Swami Sahajanand Saraswati.
1940
Aligned with Subhas Chandra Bose’s anti-compromise faction at the Ramgarh Congress.
Due to his activities, the British government exiled Dubey from Kolkata and the surrounding labour districts.
1945
As President of the All India Port and Dock Workers Federation, he led an economic resistance movement against Portuguese colonies in Goa and Diu.
1952
Led the Khardah Jute Mill workers' movement in West Bengal, which highlighted his persistent role in organising labour across industries.
1953
Spearheaded protests against rent increases in Kolkata. Following the Chinese revolution, Dubey, along with Indian representatives such as T.P. Paramanand and Shibanath Banerjee, was invited to China by the Chinese government for an official visit.
1956
Participated in teacher's movements, reflecting his continued activism for workers’ rights across different sectors.
1957
Played a pivotal role in the labour movement, resulting in the establishment of regulatory frameworks like the Calcutta Dock Workers Employment Scheme of 1956 and laws regulating non-documented dock workers.
1961
Visited the Soviet Union as part of an Indian trade union delegation, upon invitation by the All-Union Central Council of Trade Unions.
1966
Led the Bengal jute mill labour movement, successfully defending the rights of workers facing mass layoffs and ensuring their re-employment.
1967
Submitted responses to the National Commission on Labor, one of his final contributions to labour activism, highlighting his lifelong dedication to the cause of India's working class.
September 28, 1967
Passed away, leaving behind a lasting legacy as a revolutionary leader who dedicated his life to the cause of labourers and the working class. His contribution continues to inspire labour movements across India.