New Delhi marked a solemn moment on Friday as Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid heartfelt tribute to the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, on his 78th death anniversary. In a poignant message, PM Modi emphasized how Gandhi’s timeless ideals continue to inspire the journey towards a developed and self-reliant India.
Posting on the social media platform X, the Prime Minister wrote, ‘My deepest respects to Rashtrapita Mahatma Gandhi on his punyatithi. Pujya Bapu’s unwavering emphasis on Swadeshi forms the cornerstone of our resolve for a developed and Atmanirbhar Bharat. His life and deeds will forever inspire countrymen to tread the path of duty.’
PM Modi delved deeper into Gandhi’s philosophy of non-violence, quoting ancient wisdom: ‘Ahimsa paramo dharmah… Ahimsa is the highest religion, the greatest austerity, and the supreme truth from which righteousness emerges.’ He highlighted how this principle holds the power to transform the world without arms.
The tribute resonated across political lines, with Union Minister Piyush Goyal echoing similar sentiments. ‘Shat-shat naman to Mahatma Gandhi on his punyatithi. His ideals of truth, non-violence, and harmony guide not just India but the entire world towards humanity,’ Goyal posted on X.
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia invoked Gandhi’s vision of cleanliness as the foundation of Swaraj. ‘On this day, let us pledge to build Swachh Bharat in line with Bapu’s dreams,’ he urged.
State leaders joined in. Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav praised Gandhi’s message of truth, non-violence, and unity as a blueprint for human welfare. Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami lauded Gandhi’s life of sacrifice and service, calling it an eternal message of justice, harmony, and peace.
This collective remembrance underscores Gandhi’s enduring legacy in shaping modern India’s aspirations for progress rooted in ethical foundations.
