New Delhi, October 2 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi and former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri on their birth anniversaries, recalling their enduring contributions to India’s values and progress.

As per agency report, the Prime Minister visited Rajghat in the morning to offer homage to the Father of the Nation. He stated that India will continue to walk on the path shown by Gandhi to realize the vision of an Atmanirbhar and Viksit Bharat. On social media platform X, Modi reflected on Gandhi’s extraordinary life, noting that his ideals changed the course of human history and demonstrated how courage and simplicity could drive great change. He emphasized Gandhi’s belief in service and compassion as powerful means to empower people, adding that the government remains committed to advancing his vision of truth, non-violence, and social justice. Gandhi Jayanti is observed not only as a tribute to his lifelong commitment to peace and moral living but also globally as the International Day of Non-Violence.

Along with Gandhi, Modi also remembered Lal Bahadur Shastri on his birth anniversary. In another post, he described Shastri as a leader of integrity, humility, and resolve, whose decisive leadership during challenging times strengthened India. Modi recalled Shastri’s iconic slogan, “Jai Jawan Jai Kisan,” which continues to inspire patriotism and serves as a guiding force in efforts to build a stronger, self-reliant India.

Lal Bahadur Shastri was born on October 2, 1904, in Mughalsarai, Uttar Pradesh, and became India’s second Prime Minister in 1964 following the death of Jawaharlal Nehru. His tenure is remembered for his simplicity, moral strength, and vision that remain an inspiration for the nation even today.

PORBANDAR, October 2nd - Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel commemorated the birth anniversary of the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, by laying floral tributes at Kirti Mandir in Porbandar on Monday. The visit highlighted the significant contributions made towards cleanliness under the Swachh Bharat Mission, an initiative dear to Gandhi and championed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Under the nationwide 'Swachhta Hi Seva' campaign, individuals across Gujarat and the rest of the country dedicated an hour to Shramdaan on the eve of Gandhi Jayanti. Chief Minister Patel encouraged the nation to embrace Gandhi's teachings of truth, non-violence, and Satyagraha. He emphasized that the Gandhian principle of 'Antyodaya se Sarvodaya' has found its true essence under the guidance of the Prime Minister.

Chief Minister Patel also stressed the significance of prayer in purifying the soul, resonating with Gandhi's beliefs. Visitors worldwide are inspired by Kirti Mandir, Mahatma Gandhi's birthplace. Furthermore, in alignment with 'Atmanirbhar Gujarat to Self-reliant India,' Khadi is being actively promoted in Gujarat. To commemorate this effort, a special 20% discount will be available on Khadi products from October 2 to October 31.

Minister in-charge, Kunwarjibhai Bavaliya, remarked that while Bapu's teachings originate from a different era, they remain equally influential today. The event at Kirti Mandir saw presentations of devotional music, and Chief Minister Patel received a charkha from Bavaliya and an oil painting memento of Bapu from District Collector K.D. Lakhani.

An interfaith prayer session was organized at Kirti Mandir, with a host of dignitaries, including Rajya Sabha MP Rambhai Mokaria, Porbandar MP Rameshbhai Dhaduk, and many other officials, joining to honor Mahatma Gandhi's enduring legacy. The attendees also pledged their commitment to cleanliness during the prayer meeting.

New Delhi, Sep 30 (IANSlife) Gandhi Jayanti is a day set aside to celebrate and remember Mahatma Gandhi's life and teachings. On this day, people across the country pay tribute to Gandhi's message of nonviolence, simplicity, and sacrifice. Some of the best places to visit in India on Gandhi Jayanti are listed below:

Sabarmati Ashram, Ahmedabad

The Sabarmati Ashram, a tranquil retreat by the river, is located in the center of Ahmedabad. It was Mahatma Gandhi's home before becoming a museum and educational retreat. One cannot help but feel a strong connection to the spirit of the Indian freedom movement when visiting the ashram on Gandhi Jayanti.

Mani Bhavan, Mumbai

Mani Bhavan, which is situated amidst Mumbai's busy streets, acts as a silent observer of Gandhi's influential tactics and movements. His time in Mumbai is best encapsulated by the residence that has been turned into a museum. You should go there if you want to grasp the intricacies of the Mahatma's life in an urban environment.

Gandhi Memorial Museum, Madurai

Traveling south to Madurai, you can visit the Gandhi Memorial Museum, which presents a thorough account of India's struggle for freedom. The dhoti on display, which is marked with the Mahatma's blood from his murder, serves as a solemn reminder of the price paid for freedom.

Raj Ghat, Delhi 

Gandhi's cremation took place at the Raj Ghat, which is now a national shrine. People congregate here during Gandhi Jayanti to pay their respects, present flowers and give prayers. On this day, the President and Prime Minister of India also go to Raj Ghat to honor the Father of the Nation.

Dandi, Gujarat

Gandhi's legendary 'Salt March' took place in the seaside village of Dandi, and it is because of this event that Dandi will always be remembered. When one comes here, one can almost imagine the march of steadfast opponents of the British salt tax.

Gandhi Teerth, Jalgaon

Gandhi Teerth in Jalgaon is the place to go if you're interested in learning more about Mahatma Gandhi's life in-depth and academically. It acts as a hub for philosophical inquiry and discussion on a global scale.

New Delhi, March 28 (IANS) Another statue of Mahatma Gandhi was vandalised at a university campus in Burnaby, Canada, the Consulate General of India in Vancouver announced on Tuesday, just days after another statue was targeted in Ontario.

In the latest incident, the statue had been placed at Peace Square at Simon Fraser Univerity's Burnaby campus.

"We strongly condemn heinous crime of vandalising the statute of harbinger of peace Mahatma Gandhiji, @SFU Burnaby campus," the Consulate General tweeted.

"The Canadian authorities are urged to investigate the matter urgently and bring the perpetrators to justice swiftly," it added.

More details are awaited.

The incident comes just after anti-India elements defaced and spray-painted a statue of Mahatma Gandhi near the City Hall in the town of Hamilton in Ontario on March 23.

While Hamilton Police said they are investigating the case, attacks by Khalistani backers on Indian installations and temples are on the rise in the North American nation.

Starting 2023, a string of attacks has been unleashed upon Hindu temples across Canada with close to half-a-dozen incidents of vandalism, spiteful graffiti, break-ins and burglaries.

In July last year, the statue of Mahatma Gandhi located at the Vishnu Mandir in Richmond Hill in the Greater Toronto Area was vandalised and defaced with graphic words.