New Delhi – Across the nation, the 157th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi was commemorated on Thursday with a dignified ceremony at Rajghat. Representatives of multiple faiths joined in a unified prayer, each reflecting on the Father of the Nation’s timeless teachings of truth, peace and non‑violence.
National Leaders Assemble at the Memorial
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at the historic site, laid a wreath of fresh flowers and stood in silence before the modest stone cenotaph. President Droupadi Murmu also participated in the program, adding her voice to a chorus of officials honoring Gandhi’s legacy.
Congress Stalwarts Offer Homage
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Lok Sabha opposition leader Rahul Gandhi reached the memorial to remember the architect of India’s freedom movement. Both leaders placed floral tributes and highlighted Gandhi’s steadfast commitment to non‑violence and his pivotal role in securing independence.
Parliamentary Figures Join the Observance
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla stood beside Union Minister Manohar Lal and Delhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu, each observing a moment of silence and presenting bouquets. Their presence underscored the bipartisan reverence for Gandhi’s principles.
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 nation and society. She emphasized that his ideals of truth, non‑violence, Swadeshi and Swaraj remain strikingly pertinent in today’s India.
Ministers Reinforce Gandhi’s Enduring Message
Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari used his X post to salute Gandhi, drawing attention to the leader’s advocacy for peace, self‑reliance and grassroots empowerment as a guide for future generations.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister’s Salute
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath marked the day with a social‑media message praising Gandhi’s simple living, 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 impact of his philosophy on India’s democratic fabric.
