Statement on Mahatma Gandhi's Birthday by Lenin Raghuvanshi
On this day, we honor Mahatma Gandhi’s life and teachings, reflecting on his relentless advocacy for non-violence and truth as pathways to justice and peace. Gandhi stood against war and oppression, and his commitment to non-violence resonates deeply in today’s world, where conflicts, such as the occupation of Palestine and the war in Ukraine, perpetuate human suffering. Gandhi believed that no war, whether considered just or unjust, could ever bring about lasting peace. He taught us that peace and justice cannot be achieved through violence, but only through dialogue, diplomacy, and respect for the dignity of all people. From his wisdom, we derive the importance of indigenous knowledge, critical thinking, and the courage to speak against injustice. As India, under the influence of Gandhi and Buddha, advocates for peaceful resolutions in global conflicts, we urge the world to follow this example, especially in regions like Palestine and Ukraine, where violence continues to ravage li