New Delhi, October 2 (Daily Kiran) : On October 2, foreign diplomats in India gathered to honor Mahatma Gandhi on his 157th birth anniversary, reflecting on his teachings and principles.
Norwegian Ambassador Me-Ailin Steiner and German Ambassador Jasper Wieck shared their experiences visiting Gandhi’s Sabarmati Ashram on social media platform X. Steiner expressed, “Happy Gandhi Jayanti! My visit to the Sabarmati Ashram was a deeply moving experience. Truth, non-violence, and peace are values we cherish in Norway. Gandhi’s message continues to inspire us all.”
Wieck reminisced, “As we celebrate Gandhi’s birthday today, I recall fond memories of my visit to the Sabarmati Ashram in 2019. Gandhi Jayanti reminds us of the importance of respecting non-violence and human dignity—values that remain as relevant globally today as they were in the past.”
The French Embassy in India also took to X to highlight the far-reaching impact of Gandhi’s message. They noted, “From ‘Eleven Murti’ in New Delhi to his statue in Strasbourg, Gandhi’s message of peace and non-violence transcends borders. France honors his memory through commemorative stamps and his grand bronze statue. On Gandhi Jayanti, we pay tribute to a truly universal voice.”
The Ukrainian Embassy extended warm wishes to the people of India, stating, “On this occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, we hope that Mahatma Gandhi’s eternal principles of truth, non-violence, and human dignity continue to inspire generations worldwide and reinforce the importance of peace based on justice, freedom, and respect for international law.”
In China, the Indian Embassy celebrated Gandhi Jayanti with the Indian community at the Jintai Art Museum. Ambassador Vikram Doraiswami and the museum’s curator, Master Yuan Jikun, paid tribute to Gandhi with floral offerings.
The event featured heartfelt musical performances by Chinese artists and renditions of Gandhi’s favorite bhajans by members of the Indian community, bringing his timeless message of peace, harmony, and non-violence to life. Additionally, winners of the Hindi Day Competition 2026 were honored, celebrating their creativity and enthusiasm for the Hindi language.
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