New Delhi – On Thursday, the nation commemorated Mahatma Gandhi’s 157th birth anniversary with a dignified ceremony at Rajghat. A multi‑faith prayer brought together participants from a spectrum of religions, each reflecting on the Father of the Nation’s timeless teachings of truth, peace and non‑violence.
Top Politicians Convene at the Memorial
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Rajghat, laid a wreath of flowers and bowed before the modest stone cenotaph. President Droupadi Murmu also joined the observance, adding her presence to a broad chorus of leaders paying homage to Gandhi’s legacy.
Congress Stalwarts Offer Their Respect
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Lok Sabha opposition leader Rahul Gandhi reached the site to remember the architect of India’s freedom struggle. Both placed floral tributes and highlighted Gandhi’s unwavering commitment to non‑violence and his pivotal role in securing independence.
Parliamentary Speakers and Administrators Join the Salute
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 offering bouquets of flowers. Their attendance underscored the cross‑party reverence for Gandhi’s ideals.
Delhi’s Chief Minister Stresses Gandhi’s Continued Relevance
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta participated in the inter‑faith prayer, recalling how Gandhi’s life embodied devotion to the nation and society. She emphasized 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, spotlighting 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, 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.
