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Gandhi Jayanti celebrations in Bengaluru; experts emphasize non-violence and social harmony

Gandhi Jayanti celebrations in Bengaluru; experts emphasize non-violence and social harmony
Image: Prajavani

Bengaluru hosted celebrations for Mahatma Gandhi–Lal Bahadur Shastri Jayanti on Friday, featuring commemorations of the lives and philosophies of both leaders. Dignitaries emphasized that 'there is no alternative to Bapu's path of non-violence,' calling Gandhi the sole leader who conveyed the message of non-violence to the world. Furthermore, Bengaluru University announced the commencement of a Gandhi Diploma Course at its Gandhi Study Centre.

Originally reported by Prajavani Summarised from the source’s public news feed without altering the facts. Read the original report for the full story.
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