It is a moral duty and an obligation of every Indian to remember Mahatma Gandhi on Gandhi Jayanti because his principles embedded in virtues of non-violence, truth, and social equity are still relevant in today’s world. Also known as ‘apostle of peace’, he inspired millions of lives. He not only contributed to the struggle against colonialism but also set new benchmarks showing the world that monumental changes could be made without indulging in violence, as he promulgated the power of Ahimsa accompanied with the resilience of truth, which is ‘omnipotent’ as per his philosophy and principles.
Gandhi’s idea of Ahimsa, or non-violence called for resolving conflicts amicably rather than using aggression and violence. With society becoming intolerant day by day, Gandhian principles become more relevant inspiring individuals and communities to seek peaceful solutions and foster understanding across different contours and thought processes.
The leader of the masses, Mahatma Gandhi’s reverence towards truth holds much significance in the country as its leadership today is struggling to fight corruption. By simply giving due importance to the value of truthfulness as preached by the Mahatma, things could be sorted out making India corruption-free and accountability ruling the roost. But for this, the people sitting at helm should take appropriate initiatives to propagate Gandhian Philosophy among the countrymen not only on birth and death anniversaries of this great public leader rather the need is to adopt his thoughts in daily chores of life as the same will automatically eliminate many problems which the contemporary society is confronting day in day out.
Another important aspect of Gandhi was his contribution in rural empowerment and self-sufficiency, promoting Swadeshi as a means to uplift local economies. This aspect of his philosophy resonates today as India grapples with issues like unemployment and rural poverty. Emphasizing sustainable practices and local craftsmanship can stimulate economic growth while preserving cultural heritage is something which Mahatma Gandhi has divulged to the Indians, although the idea has faded with the time, which is unfortunate for the people of the country.
If the people of today’s India start emulating the life of Gandhi, many of their problems will vanish and the living will become simple and convenient, although under present context such a development is next to impossible as people have gone restless and material things are the priority whether the life is dwelling in a city or far off hamlet.
