President greets people on Gandhi Jayanti eve

Greeting the country on the eve of Gandhi Jayanti, President Pratibha Patil on Thursday said that this was an occasion for everyone to reflect on the life and work of the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi.

Greeting the country on the eve of Gandhi Jayanti, President Pratibha Patil on Thursday said that this was an occasion for everyone to reflect on the life and work of the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi.

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"Whenever I remember Bapu, particularly on this day, I am always overwhelmed by his leadership, philosophy and values. His leadership inspired millions to unite for the cause of freedom and independence," she said in a message from Gandhinagar where she is currently on a visit to Gujarat.

"He also taught us to stand resolutely against fear, to understand the importance of truth and to work for the eradication of poverty, illiteracy and discrimination," Patil further said.

"On the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti let us take a pledge to follow the path of truth and non-violence and dedicate ourselves towards promoting peace, tolerance, harmony and work for the progress of the nation," she said.