Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on his birth anniversary, recalling his ideals of truth, non-violence, simplicity, compassion and Swadeshi.
In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “May Bapu’s timeless message keep guiding us towards a better society and a Viksit Bharat.”
In a video message, PM Modi said the significance of October 2 was well known to every child in the country and highlighted the global relevance of Mahatma Gandhi’s ideology.
He said, “The importance of October 2 is well known to every child of our nation. The ideology of Mahatma Gandhi has inspired the entire world.”
The Prime Minister said Gandhi remained distant from positions of power but continued to have a lasting place in the hearts of millions.
“Mahatma Gandhi was such a person who remained distant from power, yet today he continues to rule the hearts of crores of people,” he said.
PM Modi also underlined the continuing relevance of Gandhi’s thoughts and ideals.
He said, “I believe that as long as the impact of Gandhi Ji’s ideology remains with humankind, its inspiration and relevance will continue to remain among us.”
Recalling Gandhi’s emphasis on Swadeshi and Khadi, the Prime Minister urged people to purchase Khadi products on October 2.
He said, “Gandhi Ji always promoted Swadeshi, and Khadi was one of its most prominent symbols. I would request you all to buy any Khadi product on October 2 and proudly say, ‘This is Swadeshi’.”
In a separate post, PM Modi said Gandhi’s life represented truth, non-violence, compassion and service.
He said, “The entire life of revered Bapu is a beacon of truth, non-violence, compassion, and service that will continue to pave the way for humanity in every era.”
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on his birth anniversary and extended greetings to the people of the state on the International Day of Non-Violence.
In a post on X, Yogi Adityanath said Gandhi followed the path of truth and non-violence and conveyed the message of freedom to the world through indigenous means and non-violence.
He said Gandhi’s ideals, simplicity and thoughts continued to provide guidance in building a self-reliant and Viksit Bharat.
Gandhi Jayanti is observed every year on October 2 to mark the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, one of the prominent leaders of India’s freedom struggle. The day is also observed globally as the International Day of Non-Violence.
-IANS
