President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan and Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid floral tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat in Delhi on Friday, October 2, marking his 157th birth anniversary. The leaders remembered Gandhi on Gandhi Jayanti and honoured his contribution to India.Key HighlightsPresident Murmu paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat.PM Modi and Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan also attended.The tribute was held on October 2, Gandhi Jayanti.The occasion marked Gandhi’s 157th birth anniversary.Leaders Pay Tribute at Raj GhatThe three senior leaders visited Raj Ghat, the memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi in New Delhi. They offered floral tributes at Gandhi’s memorial and remembered his life and teachings.Gandhi was born on October 2, 1869. His birth anniversary is observed every year as Gandhi Jayanti across India.The ceremony at Raj Ghat is one of the main events held in the national capital on Gandhi Jayanti. Senior leaders and public representatives take part in the programme to remember Gandhi and his role in India’s freedom movement.President Murmu Remembers GandhiPresident Droupadi Murmu paid her respects to Mahatma Gandhi during the ceremony. Gandhi is remembered for his message of truth, non-violence and peaceful action.His ideas played an important role in India’s freedom movement. His message of peace and non-violence has also been discussed around the world.The President has earlier said that Gandhi’s values continue to provide guidance for society.PM Modi Pays TributePrime Minister Narendra Modi also offered floral tribute at Raj Ghat. He remembered Gandhi on his birth anniversary and highlighted the continued importance of his teachings.“Truth and non-violence were among the key values that guided Mahatma Gandhi’s life and work.”The Prime Minister has regularly paid tribute to Gandhi at Raj Ghat on October 2.Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan also joined President Murmu and PM Modi at the memorial. His presence marked the participation of the country’s top constitutional office holders in the Gandhi Jayanti ceremony.Why Is Gandhi Jayanti Observed?Gandhi Jayanti is observed on October 2 every year to mark Mahatma Gandhi’s birth anniversary. The day is also recognised internationally for its message of non-violence.The Raj Ghat ceremony on October 2, 2026, brought together the President, Vice President and Prime Minister to remember Gandhi’s life and teachings.Also Read : PM Modi Pays Tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on Gandhi Jayanti, Recalls Values for Viksit Bharat
