On the poignant occasion of Mahatma Gandhi’s 78th martyrdom day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended a prayer meeting at Gandhi Smriti in New Delhi alongside Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar. The event, steeped in reverence, commemorated the life and sacrifices of the apostle of peace.

PM Modi not only participated in the prayers but also interacted with school students present, fostering a direct connection between Gandhi’s teachings and the youth. This gesture emphasized the importance of passing on Bapu’s values of truth and non-violence to the next generation.

In a heartfelt X post, Modi paid tribute: ‘My pranaam to Rashtrapita Mahatma Gandhi on his Punya Tithi. Bapu’s Swadeshi mantra underpins our Atmanirbhar Bharat resolve. His life inspires us to tread the path of duty.’ He stressed ahimsa’s transformative power, capable of reshaping the world without violence, and referenced its scriptural sanctity.

From Raj Ghat, where he offered floral respects, Modi reiterated commitment to building an India rooted in equity, goodwill, and service to mankind. Parallel events unfolded in Uttar Pradesh, where CM Yogi Adityanath honored Gandhi at GPO Park in Lucknow. Amidst a wreath-laying ceremony and two minutes of silence, schoolchildren enchanted the gathering with Gandhi’s favorite bhajans.

Yogi Adityanath, absorbing the melodies for 15 minutes, commended the young artists and urged citizens via X to embrace Gandhi’s ideals. These tributes across the country underscore Gandhi’s perpetual influence on Indian polity and society, urging a return to basics of simplicity, integrity, and non-violence in an era of rapid change. As leaders bow to Bapu, the nation reaffirms its dedication to his vision of a harmonious world.