Gandhi Jayanti 2025: Date, history, significance and how to celebrate Mahatma Gandhi's 156th birth anniversary

Gandhi Jayanti 2025: Celebrated on October 2, it honours Mahatma Gandhi’s role in India’s freedom struggle and his enduring message of non-violence.

Gandhi Jayanti 2025: Every year on October 2, India and the world celebrate the birth anniversary of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, widely known as Mahatma Gandhi or affectionately as ‘Bapu’. The day pays tribute to his timeless principles of truth and non-violence. In 2025, his 156th birth anniversary will be observed. While October 2 is a national holiday in India, it is also recognised worldwide as the International Day of Non-Violence.

Gandhi Jayanti 2025 history

Mahatma Gandhi was born on October 2, 1869, in Porbandar, Gujarat. He was a key figure in India’s struggle for independence, leading non-violent movements against British rule. Thanks to his leadership and the efforts of numerous freedom fighters, India gained independence in 1947. Gandhi’s philosophy of Satyagraha, centred on truth and non-violence, inspired people worldwide. Following his assassination in 1948, Gandhi Jayanti was declared a national holiday in India. The day is observed not only to honour his legacy but also to promote peace, harmony, and non-violence.

On October 2, India commemorates Gandhi Jayanti, marking the birth of Mahatma Gandhi.

What's the significance of Gandhi Jayanti

Gandhi Jayanti is marked with cultural events and remembrance ceremonies. On October 2, the President, Prime Minister, and other dignitaries pay their respects at Raj Ghat in New Delhi. Schools and educational institutions hold cultural programmes where students often perform Bapu’s favourite bhajan, Raghupati Raghav Raja Ram. The day is also celebrated with debates, film screenings, and fancy dress competitions, keeping his legacy alive through learning and creativity.