Members of the Federation of Progressive Organisations, Gandhi Vichara Parishat, Mysuru, and Janandolanagala Mahamaitri (JMM) observed Martyrs’ Day as a black day here on Thursday.
Martyrs’ Day is held to recall the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi on January 30, 1948. Those who took part in the commemorative event assembled near the Gandhi statue opposite the court and rendered bhajans.
The JMM and others said that it was imperative to retrieve the real image of Lord Rama which was held dear by Mahatma Gandhi but has been hijacked and twisted by the Hindutva elements and communal forces to propagate their divisive agenda.
It is time to rededicate oneself to the philosophy and message of Mahatma Gandhi and his commitment to truth, non-violence, and peace in the present times more than ever, said the organisers.
The JMM and other organisations said it was the duty and responsibility of all to spread the true message of Mahatma Gandhi and take steps to counter the communal agenda of RSS, Hindu Mahasabha, VHP, etc.
The Hindutva organisations were accused of deifying Nathuram Godse who assassinated Mahatma Gandhi and said that those believing in the cult of violence were projecting themselves as nationalists.
The Centre of Gandhian Studies of the University of Mysore, in association with Seshadripuram Degree College, organised Sarvodaya Day to remember Mahatma Gandhi on his death anniversary. There was a special lecture on the relevance of Gandhi in the present times.
Published - January 30, 2025 08:10 pm IST
