Overview

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Raj Ghat and pledged to follow Gandhi’s path in the quest to build a Viksit Bharat, sharing his message publicly.
• Nationwide observances include prayer meetings, cultural programmes, memorial ceremonies and community service such as cleanliness drives on the national holiday.
• The United Nations recognises October 2 as the International Day of Non‑Violence under General Assembly resolution A/RES/61/271.
• India’s Permanent Mission to the UN organised a commemorative event, reflecting global acknowledgement of Gandhi’s legacy.
• In the run‑up to the day, Gandhi’s great‑grandson Tushar Gandhi launched a ‘Samvidhan Satyagraha’ foot march, while media outlets circulated extensive quotes and greetings.