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Indian Missions celebrate power of non-violence

Thursday, 03 Oct, 2024


Rich tributes were paid to Mahatma Gandhi in Sri Lanka and Nepal. (All Photos courtesy: X@IndiaInNepal, X@IndiainSL)

New Delhi: Indian missions all over the subcontinent celebrated the 155th Gandhi Jayanti on October 2 by hosting events that honored the legacy of Mahatma Gandhi. The Indian Embassy in Nepal commemorated the day by hosting a morning of hymns and musical compositions in Kathmandu.

"The ambassador paid floral tribute to Mahatma Gandhi. On this occasion, Saraswati Khatri of Sur Sudha Band performed hymns and musical compositions dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi," the Embassy said in a post on X. During the event, Indian Ambassador to Nepal Naveen Srivastava emphasized the relevance of Mahatma Gandhi's principles and teachings in today's world.

The High Commission of India in Bangladesh also celebrated the 155th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, highlighting that the day is recognized internationally as the International Day of Non-Violence, underscoring the importance of Gandhi's teachings in addressing modern global challenges like terrorism.

In Colombo, newly-appointed Sri Lankan Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya, along with Indian High Commissioner Santosh Jha, paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi. Officials of the Indian Embassy in Bhutan, led by Indian Ambassador Sudhakar Dalela, paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi and took the Swachhata Pledge, committing to maintaining cleanliness in their surroundings. (IANS)