Dehradun, 1 October (HS). On the eve of the birth anniversary of Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi and former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri, Governor Lieutenant General Gurmeet Singh (Retd) and Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami remembered both the great men and greeted the people of the state.
Governor Singh has said in his message that the principles of truth and non-violence of Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi are relevant even today. Gandhi’s thoughts have shown the path not only to India but to the entire world. By leading various movements on behalf of Gandhi, he paved the way for our freedom.
The Governor met former Prime Minister Late. Paying tribute to Lal Bahadur Shastri, he said that Shastri’s simplicity, simplicity, patriotism and honest conduct of life will always be a source of inspiration for all of us. His slogan of ‘Jai Jawan-Jai Kisan’ had spread energy and enthusiasm in the entire country.
Gandhi Jayanti is an opportunity for us to take inspiration from his philosophy of life: Chief Minister Dhami
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, in his message issued on the eve of Gandhi Jayanti, said that the life and philosophy of Mahatma Gandhi inspires us to follow the path of truth, non-violence and peace. He played an important role in liberating the country from British rule. The Chief Minister said that Mahatma Gandhi fought for India’s freedom and equality. He stressed the importance of education and social reform. Gandhi Jayanti provides us an opportunity to take inspiration from his philosophy of life.
By giving the slogan of ‘Jai Jawan Jai Kisan’, he showed the way to the nation to stand strong:
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, while paying tribute to former Prime Minister Late Lal Bahadur Shastri on the occasion of his birth anniversary, said that by giving the slogan ‘Jai Jawan Jai Kisan’, he showed the way to the nation to stand strong with self-respect and unity.
The Chief Minister said that Lal Bahadur Shastri was a true son of Mother India, who dedicated his life for the freedom of the country. Shastri ji set a wonderful example of simplicity, integrity, dedication, morality and dedication towards the nation in public life. His reputation for integrity and high ideals will always inspire us.