Trichy (Tamil Nadu) [India], October 2 : On the occasion of Mahatma Gandhi's 157th birth anniversary and the 47th death anniversary of K. Kamaraj, Tamil Nadu Municipal Administration Minister K.N. Nehru paid floral tributes at their statues in Trichy.
The Minister garlanded the statue of Mahatma Gandhi near the Trichy Head Post Office and paid homage. Trichy District Collector Saravanan, Corporation Commissioner Madhubalan, Trichy Mayor Anbazhagan, municipal officials, and council members took part in the event.
Later, the Minister garlanded the statue of "Kalvi Kan Thirandha" (Education Visionary) Kamaraj near the Trichy Central Bus Stand and paid respects. He also distributed welfare aid to sanitation workers.
Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid floral tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat on the occasion of his birth anniversary. Union Minister Manohar Lal accompanied the Prime Minister during the tribute ceremony.
The Prime Minister paid homage to Gandhi in a post on X, recalling his courage and values of service and compassion. PM Modi said the nation would continue to follow the Mahatma's path in its quest for a 'Viksit Bharat.'
"Gandhi Jayanti is about paying homage to the extraordinary life of beloved Bapu, whose ideals transformed the course of human history. He demonstrated how courage and simplicity could become instruments of great change. He believed in the power of service and compassion as essential means of empowering people. We will keep following his path in our quest to build a Viksit Bharat," the Prime Minister wrote.
This year marks the 156th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, remembered as the Father of the Nation for his pivotal role in India's freedom struggle. October 2, 2025, marks the 156th birth anniversary of the Father of the Nation.
October 2, in India is celebrated as Gandhi Jayanti, while across the globe it is observed as the International Day of Non-Violence, following a 2007 United Nations resolution that received support from over 140 countries.
At the UN, the day is observed with statements from the Secretary-General and events that connect Gandhi's philosophy to today's realities. In recent years, these messages have highlighted the conflicts across the globe and reminded nations that Gandhi's belief in truth and non-violence is "more powerful than any weapon."
In India, the observance takes the form of tributes at Raj Ghat, cultural and educational programmes, and public campaigns that highlight Gandhi's ideals.
Born on October 2, 1869, Mahatma Gandhi was a leading figure in the Indian freedom struggle.