New Delhi – On Thursday, the nation observed Mahatma Gandhi’s 157th birth anniversary with a dignified ceremony at Rajghat. Representatives of multiple faiths joined in a prayer service, reflecting on the Father of the Nation’s timeless call for truth, peace and non‑violence.
Top Political Figures Assemble at the Memorial
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Rajghat, laid a wreath of fresh blossoms and paid his respects at the modest stone cenotaph. President Droupadi Murmu was also present, adding her voice to the chorus of leaders commemorating Gandhi’s enduring legacy.
Congress Stalwarts Join the Homage
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Lok Sabha opposition leader Rahul Gandhi reached the site to remember the architect of India’s freedom struggle. Both leaders placed floral tributes and reiterated Gandhi’s steadfast commitment to non‑violence and his pivotal role in achieving independence.
Parliamentary Leaders and Administrators Take Part
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla stood alongside Union Minister Manohar Lal and Delhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu, each observing a moment of silence and offering bouquets. Their participation highlighted the cross‑party reverence for Gandhi’s ideals.
Delhi Chief Minister Stresses Gandhi’s Continued Relevance
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta took part in the inter‑faith prayer, recalling how Gandhi’s life embodied devotion to the nation and society. She underscored that his principles of truth, non‑violence, Swadeshi and Swaraj remain strikingly pertinent in today’s India.
Ministers Echo the Timeless Message
Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari used his X post to salute Gandhi, highlighting the leader’s advocacy for peace, self‑reliance and grassroots empowerment as a guide for future generations.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister’s Tribute
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath marked the day with a social‑media message praising Gandhi’s simple living, unwavering truthfulness and the power of non‑violent resistance, while wishing the nation a peaceful International Day of Non‑Violence.
Across the country, Gandhi Jayanti was observed through a series of programmes and tributes, each reaffirming the lasting influence of his philosophy on India’s democratic fabric.
