On Friday, 2 October 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi posted a video on X commemorating Mahatma Gandhi’s birth anniversary.
The video, which ran for 1 minute 20 seconds, opened with Modi recalling Gandhi’s birth in Porbandar on 2 October 1869 and his assassination in Delhi on 30 January 1948, underscoring the enduring relevance of his message.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Gandhi’s life was a beacon of truth, non‑violence, compassion and service, adding that the leader’s ideology continues to inspire humanity across eras.
He urged citizens to purchase at least one Khadi product on Oct. 2, calling it a step toward Swadeshi and a tribute to Gandhi’s vision of self‑reliance.