Gandhi Jayanti 2023: Remembering the remarkable role of India’s most iconic leader Mahatma Gandhi
Remembering Mahatma Gandhi: In a heartfelt tribute to India’s most iconic and unforgtabble freedom fighter, Mahatma Gandhi, India is celebrating 154th birth anniversary of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi on October 2, 2023.
Better known as the Mahatma, Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, or great soul, ‘Father of Nation’ or our ‘Beloved Bappu’, Gandhi was born on October 2, 1869, at Porbandar in Gujarat. He was an Indian lawyer, politician, social activist, and writer who led the independence movement against British rule.
Mahatma Gandhi remarkable role in India’s legacy always inspired Indian Nationals to make the country Atmanirbhar by following the path of indigenous and self-reliance. It would be a true tribute to Gandhiji to adopt his ideas of cleanliness, Swadeshi and mother tongue in the Amrit Kaal. Mahatma Gandhi's ideals have left an impact society since he was young, which are also reflected in the Centre's welfare schemes.
Emphasising Mahatma Gandhi’s birth anniversary, Gandhi's message of non-violence, respect and tolerance matters is what the most today.
Gandhi's birth anniversary is observed globally as the International Day of Non-Violence, underlining his philosophy of non-violence to achieve social or political change.
The path shown by him for world peace and India's progress is very relevant even today. Due to his inspiration, the construction of a new and self-reliant India is progressing today.
Iconic leader Mahatma Gandhi played a remarkable, pivotal and unforgettable role in the freedom struggle of India against British colonial rule. His leadership, philosophy, and methods of nonviolent resistance had a profound impact on the Indian independence movement.
‘Father of Nation’ Mahatma Gandhi was renowned for his nonviolent philosophy, or "Satyagraha," which means "truth force" or "soul force." Gandhi Ji believed that peaceful resistance was a great tool for confronting injustice and oppression. Gandhi's nonviolent resolve inspired millions of Indians to join the independence struggle without using violence.
Mahatma Gandhi led numerous mass movements and campaigns against British rule, such as the Non-Cooperation Movement (1920-1922), the Civil Disobedience Movement (1930-1934), and the Quit India Movement (1942). These movements mobilized the Indian masses and drew attention to the unjust policies of the British government.
Father of Nation laid emphasis on economic self-sufficiency and the use of indigenous goods as a means of challenging British economic dominance. His emphasis on spinning and wearing khadi (hand-spun cloth) became symbols of self-reliance and resistance.
The Gandhi Era of the Indian Independence Movement begins with the Non-Cooperation Movement in 1920. The main idea of the Non-Cooperation Movement in India was based on the nonviolent resistance to the British Government and Civil Disobedience. Gandhiji and the entire Indian National Congress headed the movement.
Mahatma Gandhi’s also emphasised on universal brotherhood and peaceful co-existence has all time relevance. His teachings are therefore the most upheld principles of patriotism as also on ways and means to end various global conflicts. In fact, a true testimony of Gandhij's teaching lies in the fact that mere "good ends" do not justify 'bad' means. The world over therefore, today the emphasis is on human dignity and upholding the values of natural justice.
Gandhi's role in shaping India's destiny and his influence on the world stage make him an unforgettable figure in history, symbolising the power of moral courage and nonviolent resistance in the pursuit of justice and freedom.
Every year, Gandhi Jayanti is celebrated on October 2 across the nation to remember Mahatma Gandhi. The citizen of India pays tribute to Gandhi Ji’s for his sacrifice.
- With inputs from agencies
