Bhubaneswar, Oct 2: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Wednesday paid rich tribute to the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi on his 155th birth anniversary.

संपूर्ण विश्व को सत्य और अहिंसा का मार्ग दिखाने वाले 'राष्ट्रपिता' महात्मा गांधी जी की जयंती पर उन्हें श्रद्धापूर्वक नमन।

गांधी जी का स्वच्छता और आत्मनिर्भरता पर विशेष जोर था। उनका मानना था कि एक सशक्त राष्ट्र की बुनियाद स्वच्छता और आत्मनिर्भर नागरिकों पर टिकी होती है।… pic.twitter.com/VHBIALyshe
— Dharmendra Pradhan (@dpradhanbjp) October 2, 2024

In a social media post, Pradhan said, “Respectful tribute to the 'Father of the Nation' Mahatma Gandhi on his birth anniversary, who showed the path of truth and non-violence to the entire world.”

“Gandhi ji had special emphasis on cleanliness and self-reliance. He believed that the foundation of a strong nation rests on cleanliness and self-reliant citizens. To promote self-reliance, he also emphasized on the use of Khadi and Swadeshi clothes. Mahatma Gandhi's ideas of Swadeshi, Swabhasha, cleanliness and Swaraj will continue to inspire all of us countrymen for a long time,” he added.

Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was born on October 2, 1869, in Porbandar, Gujarat.

Gandhi played a pivotal role in India's struggle for independence and spearheaded several movements that eventually helped free India from colonial rule.

Mahatma Gandhi, fondly called Bapu, has left an indelible impression on the life of many. He is regarded as the Father of the Nation who showcased the power of non-violence to the world and vehemently opposed bloodshed.

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