Gandhi Jayanti 2026: PM Modi, Amit Shah Pay Tribute To Mahatma Gandhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on his birth anniversary on October 2, recalling Mahatma Gandhi’s principles of truth, non-violence, compassion, Swadeshi and self-reliance.

In a post on a social media platform, PM Modi said Mahatma Gandhi’s timeless message should continue guiding the country towards a better society and a Viksit Bharat.

Taking to X, PM Narendra Modi posted, “May Bapu’s timeless message keep guiding us towards a better society and a Viksit Bharat.”

May Bapu’s timeless message keep guiding us towards a better society and a Viksit Bharat. #GandhiJayanti pic.twitter.com/nEISzsM37X

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 2, 2026

In another post, PM Narendra Modi reflected on Mahatma Gandhi’s life and its continuing relevance. He described Mahatma Gandhi’s life as a beacon of truth, non-violence, compassion and service that could guide humanity across generations.

PM Modi highlighted Mahatma Gandhi’s compassion, humility and teachings on treating suffering and happiness equally. He referred to Mahatma Gandhi’s emphasis on forgiveness and freedom from ego and possessiveness.

पूज्य बापू का संपूर्ण जीवन सत्य, अहिंसा, करुणा और सेवा का ऐसा प्रकाशस्तंभ है, जो हर युग में मानवता का मार्ग प्रशस्त करता रहेगा।

अद्वेष्टा सर्वभूतानां मैत्रः करुण एव च।

निर्ममो निरहङ्कारः समदुःखसुखः क्षमी॥ pic.twitter.com/P6AcuWyVfu

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 2, 2026

Amit Shah also paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi, highlighting Mahatma Gandhi’s views on Swaraj, Swadeshi and self-reliance.

The Minister said Mahatma Gandhi viewed Swaraj not only as the objective of freedom but also as the foundation of self-respect and self-reliance. He said Mahatma Gandhi stressed the importance of staying connected with India’s roots and promoted Swadeshi, one’s own language, culture and cleanliness as key principles of Indian society.

Shah recalled Mahatma Gandhi’s belief that dedication to action and purity of thought could make any goal achievable. He further paid his respects to Mahatma Gandhi for spreading the message of truth, non-violence and compassion across the world.

महात्मा गाँधी जी ने स्वराज को केवल स्वतंत्रता का लक्ष्य नहीं, बल्कि आत्मसम्मान और आत्मनिर्भरता का आधार माना। अपनी जड़ों से जुड़े बिना कोई राष्ट्र महान नहीं बन सकता, इसी विश्वास के साथ उन्होंने स्वदेशी, स्वभाषा, स्वसंस्कृति और स्वच्छता को भारतीय समाज के मूल दर्शन के रूप में… pic.twitter.com/gZRfPN7mIV

— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) October 2, 2026

Gandhi Jayanti is observed on October 2 to mark the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. The United Nations observes the day as the International Day of Non-Violence.

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