On the poignant occasion of Mahatma Gandhi’s death anniversary, Telangana’s top dignitaries gathered at the historic Bapu Ghat in Hyderabad. Governor Jishnu Dev Varma and Deputy CM Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka offered heartfelt floral tributes, commemorating the spot where Gandhi’s ashes merged with the Musi-Esi rivers.
The event drew a wide array of Congress leaders, including Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar, TPCC chief Mahesh Kumar Goud, and veteran V. Hanumantha Rao. Participants observed a multi-faith prayer session before honoring Gandhi’s statue, blending reverence with calls for his ideals in modern governance.
Telangana CM A. Revanth Reddy lauded Gandhi as a beacon who charted new paths in resistance worldwide. Meanwhile, opposition voices amplified the message online. BRS firebrand KT Rama Rao posted on X about the power of satyagraha, vowing to uphold integrity and unity.
K. Kavitha of Telangana Jagruti pledged renewed dedication to Gandhi’s core values, from ahimsa to national devotion. In Andhra Pradesh, Governor S. Abdul Nazeer portrayed Gandhi’s sacrifice as an eternal guide for global humanity, promoting peace and moral strength.
CM N. Chandrababu Naidu reflected on how Gandhi united millions through non-violence to secure independence. He called for collective action on Swadeshi, gender equality, rural empowerment, and ending poverty, urging pure-hearted commitment.
These tributes highlight Gandhi’s timeless appeal, bridging political divides and reigniting discussions on ethical leadership amid contemporary challenges like social discord and economic inequality.
