Andhra Pradesh Governor Honors Gandhi and Shastri on Birth Anniversaries

Governor S. Abdul Nazeer of Andhra Pradesh commemorated the birth anniversaries of Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri. The Governor emphasized the enduring relevance of Gandhi's teachings of peace and non-violence and recalled Shastri's influential role in India's freedom movement during a ceremony at Raj Bhavan.

In a heartfelt tribute at the Durbar Hall in Raj Bhavan, Andhra Pradesh Governor S. Abdul Nazeer honored Mahatma Gandhi and former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri on their birth anniversaries. The Governor paid homage by offering flowers to their portraits while lauding Gandhi's immense contributions to India's freedom movement.

Governor Abdul Nazeer emphasized the global significance of Gandhi's tenets of peace and non-violence, coinciding with the International Day of Non-Violence observed annually on October 2. He also reminisced about Shastri's pivotal influence and his resounding call to action, 'Jai Jawan - Jai Kisan,' which inspired the nation.

Marking the 156th birth anniversary of Gandhi, the program saw participation from key officials and staff from Raj Bhavan. Globally, the day sees recognition by the United Nations, aligning Gandhi's timeless philosophy with modern conflicts, reiterating that his advocacy for truth and non-violence stands invincible against any aggression.