New Delhi, Oct 2 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi today paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, marking the 156th birth anniversary of the Father of the Nation.
Recalling Gandhiji’s enduring message of truth, non-violence, and moral courage, Modi said the Mahatma’s ideals continued to inspire not only India but the world at large.
He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to upholding these values in building an inclusive and developed nation.
“Gandhi Jayanti is about paying homage to the extraordinary life of beloved Bapu, whose ideals transformed the course of human history,” the Prime Minister said in a post on social media platform X.
“He demonstrated how courage and simplicity could become instruments of great change. He believed in the power of service and compassion as essential means of empowering people. We will keep following his path in our quest to build a Viksit Bharat (developed India),” Modi added.
The nation is observing the day with commemorative events and tributes across the country, honouring Mahatma Gandhi’s legacy as a global icon of peace and non-violent resistance.
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