Live by Gandhi’s ideals: President Ram Nath Kovind

New Delhi, October 1

President Ram Nath Kovind said Gandhi Jayanti was a special day for every Indian and on the eve of Mahatma Gandhi’s 152nd anniversary, called upon citizens to live by the ideals of the Father of the Nation.

“Gandhi believed that non-violence is a philosophy, a principle and an experience which can be made the basis for betterment of society. He made strenuous efforts for attaining Swaraj, removing untouchability, eradicating social evils, improving the economic condition of our farmers and women empowerment. Let us, take a pledge that we will continue to strive for making India, a country of his dreams. — TNS

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