RANCHI: Dignitaries converged at Morhabadi’s Bapu Vatika to mark Mahatma Gandhi’s death anniversary with profound homage. Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar and Chief Minister Hemant Soren spearheaded the floral offerings, setting a tone of solemnity and inspiration amid the expansive grounds.
Artistic renditions of bhajans and Ramdhun evoked Gandhi’s spiritual essence, mesmerizing the audience from politicians to common folk. Governor Gangwar’s address praised Gandhi’s principles as a beacon for national progress, while thanking New Delhi for recognizing Shibu Soren with the Padma Bhushan— a nod to his foundational work in establishing Jharkhand.
Chief Minister Soren delved into Gandhi’s global influence, advocating his strategies of ahimsa and satyagraha for fostering development without discord. The presence of Minister Deepika Pandey Singh and Rajya Sabha member Mahua Maji amplified the ceremony’s stature.
Beyond the rituals, the event prompted introspection on applying Gandhian thought to pressing issues like social equity and environmental conservation. In Jharkhand’s tribal heartland, such observances bridge historical legacies with contemporary aspirations, ensuring Gandhi’s dream of a united India endures.