Mysuru district minister Yathindra Siddaramaiah at the Gandhi Jayanthi celebrations at Gandhi Square in Mysuru on Friday
He recalled Gandhiji’s immense contribution to India’s freedom struggle and said his ideals of truth, non-violence, peace and social equality continue to inspire generations. Speaking after inaugurating the 157th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi and the 122nd birth anniversary of Lal Bahadur Shastri, Chandrashekhar said commemorating great leaders should not be confined to offering flowers to their portraits. Shastri’s decision to resign as Railway minister, accepting moral responsibility following a train accident, was an example of accountability in public life, he said.
Yathindra garlanded Gandhi’s statue and offered flowers as a mark of respect. The minister urged people, particularly the younger generation, to understand and follow Gandhiji’s ideals in their daily lives and contribute towards strengthening social harmony, equality and national unity. Mandya: Principal district and sessions Judge C Chandrashekhar called upon people to imbibe the ideals of Mahatma Gandhi and former PM Lal Bahadur Shastri and work towards building a peaceful, honest and responsible society. Recalling Shastri’s contribution, he described him as an embodiment of simplicity, honesty and moral responsibility.
Mysuru: Mysuru district minister Yathindra Siddaramaiah on Friday paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Gandhi Square on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti . His principles remain relevant even today and provide valuable guidance in building a just and responsible society, he added.