The
birthday of Mahatma Gandhi (Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti Gandhi Jayanti or)
is a gazetted holiday in India on 2 October each year. The birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi commemorated on October 2,
1869. Gandhi is remembered for his contributions to the freedom struggle
of India.Gandhi in India 50 rupees notesThe birthday of Mahatma Gandhi (Gandhi's image in the photo) is an important festival in India© iStockphoto.com / Georgios KollidasWhat do people do?
Many people celebrate the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi in India. Events include:
Prayer services, memorial services and tributes in locations across India.
Art exhibitions and essay competitions.
The awards to projects of stimulation of a non-violent way of life.
The films and reading books on the life and achievements of Mahatma Gandhi.
Many people sing Raghupati Raghava Raja Ram, devotional Gandhi's favorite song. Bouquets or garlands of flowers are placed in many statues of Mahatma Gandhi throughout India. Some people also avoid eating meat or drinking alcohol, October 2nd.Public life
Government offices, post offices and banks are closed on the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi. Shops and other businesses and organizations may be closed or have reduced opening hours. Persons wishing to use public transport on the day please contact with local transport authorities to confirm schedule.Background
Mahatma Gandhi, also known as Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was born on October 2, 1869, and died on 30 January 1948. He was a political and spiritual leader in India and played a key role in the independence movement of India. Gandhi developed the new technique of non-violent agitation, which he called "Satyagraha", loosely translated as "moral domination."
He is known for his non-violent civil disobedience in India and South Africa. These include the start of the non-cooperation movement in 1922 and the Salt Satyagraha or salt (Dandi) March from 12 March 1930. Through the efforts of Gandhi, India finally gained their freedom on August 15 1947. The nation mourned for him after he was killed on 30 January 1948. '(UN) International Day of Non-Violence United Nations also held on 2 October each year, coinciding with the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi.
Many people celebrate the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi in India. Events include:
Prayer services, memorial services and tributes in locations across India.
Art exhibitions and essay competitions.
The awards to projects of stimulation of a non-violent way of life.
The films and reading books on the life and achievements of Mahatma Gandhi.
Many people sing Raghupati Raghava Raja Ram, devotional Gandhi's favorite song. Bouquets or garlands of flowers are placed in many statues of Mahatma Gandhi throughout India. Some people also avoid eating meat or drinking alcohol, October 2nd.Public life
Government offices, post offices and banks are closed on the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi. Shops and other businesses and organizations may be closed or have reduced opening hours. Persons wishing to use public transport on the day please contact with local transport authorities to confirm schedule.Background
Mahatma Gandhi, also known as Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was born on October 2, 1869, and died on 30 January 1948. He was a political and spiritual leader in India and played a key role in the independence movement of India. Gandhi developed the new technique of non-violent agitation, which he called "Satyagraha", loosely translated as "moral domination."
He is known for his non-violent civil disobedience in India and South Africa. These include the start of the non-cooperation movement in 1922 and the Salt Satyagraha or salt (Dandi) March from 12 March 1930. Through the efforts of Gandhi, India finally gained their freedom on August 15 1947. The nation mourned for him after he was killed on 30 January 1948. '(UN) International Day of Non-Violence United Nations also held on 2 October each year, coinciding with the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi.
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