On Gandhi Jayanti, Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in a cleanliness drive with school students, urging citizens to contribute to a cleaner India. He also paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri, emphasizing their contributions to the nation.
India observes Gandhi Jayanti on October 2nd, commemorating the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, the father of the nation. This year marks the 155th anniversary of his birth, highlighting his enduring message of non-violence and truth. The day serves as a reminder of Gandhi’s profound impact on India’s independence and his continued relevance in promoting peace and harmony globally.
Gandhi Jayanti, the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, is celebrated on October 2nd. This day commemorates his philosophy of non-violence and its impact on India’s independence and global civil rights movements. The UN has declared October 2nd as the International Day of Non-Violence, emphasizing the importance of peace and harmony worldwide.
This October 2nd, India celebrates Mahatma Gandhi’s 155th birth anniversary, honoring his pivotal role in India’s independence movement and his enduring principles of Satyagraha (truth) and Ahimsa (non-violence). Learn about Gandhi’s life, legacy, and his timeless quotes on peace, forgiveness, and freedom.
India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar unveiled a bust of Mahatma Gandhi at Tokyo’s Freedom Plaza in Edogawa, emphasizing the enduring relevance of Gandhi’s message of peace and non-violence in a world facing conflict and polarization. The event, attended by dignitaries including the Mayor of Edogawa, was marked by schoolchildren reciting Gandhi’s favorite prayer and the announcement of the plaza’s renaming as Gandhi Park.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasized the relevance of Mahatma Gandhi’s message of peace and sustainability in today’s world, marked by conflict and polarization. Unveiling a bust of Gandhi in Tokyo, Jaishankar highlighted Gandhi’s advocacy for non-violent solutions, environmental consciousness, and inclusivity, emphasizing his global relevance.
Prime Minister-designate Narendra Modi paid tributes at Rajghat, the memorial to Mahatma Gandhi, and the National War Memorial in New Delhi on Sunday, ahead of his swearing-in ceremony scheduled for 7:15 PM today. He also visited Sadaiv Atal to honor former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Modi will become the first leader after Jawaharlal Nehru to be elected for a third consecutive term after completing the full tenure of each previous term. The ceremony is expected to be attended by leaders and state heads from the neighborhood and Indian Ocean region, including the President of Sri Lanka, the President of Maldives, the Prime Minister of Bangladesh, and the Prime Minister of Nepal, among others. Over 250 workers who contributed to the construction of the Parliament will also be present.
