Updated On: 01 October, 2023 11:58 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Gandhi Jayanti 2023: Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi is fondly remembered by the people as "Mahatma" or "Bapu", and played a key role in India`s freedom movement

Mahatma Gandhi (center) in the company of women during his 1946 tour of the Bengal province
Gandhi Jayanti is celebrated every year on October 2. It marks the birthday of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, revered as Mahatma Gandhi.
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi is fondly remembered by the people as "Mahatma" or "Bapu", and played a key role in India`s freedom movement. Born on October 2, 1869, in Porbandar town of Gujarat, Mahatma Gandhi or Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi adopted a non-violent resistance and was at the forefront of the freedom struggle against colonial British rule. Mahatma Gandhi demonstrated the power of non-violence, or ahimsa through various peaceful movements. He inspired leaders across the world with his values and principles.