Overview

• India observes the national holiday with prayer meetings, cultural programs, community service, and tributes at New Delhi’s Raj Ghat memorial.
• Mahatma Gandhi, born on October 2, 1869, in Porbandar, led major freedom campaigns including Non‑Cooperation, the Salt March, and Quit India.
• The United Nations designated October 2 as the International Day of Non‑Violence in 2007 to recognize Gandhi’s global legacy.
• Media guides for 2025 emphasize shareable quotes, wishes, and messages, while schools and colleges plan speeches and events honoring his values.
• Gandhi’s philosophy influenced leaders such as Martin Luther King Jr. and Nelson Mandela, and his push for khadi and Swadeshi promoted self‑reliance.