Congress leader Kanhaiya Kumar has referred to Mahatma Gandhi’s death anniversary as ‘Balidan Diwas’ and called on people to uphold Bapu’s principles of truth and non-violence amidst the growing politics of hatred. Kumar emphasized the importance of commemorating Gandhi’s sacrifice and uniting against divisive politics, advocating for a path of democracy and unity.
In Sarguja, non-political organizations have long been organizing events in memory of Mahatma Gandhi, providing a platform to honor his legacy. Kumar highlighted the need to combat the divisive politics prevalent in the country and work towards national unity through democratic means, echoing Gandhi’s teachings of empathy and non-violence.
Quoting Mahatma Gandhi, Kumar underscored the essence of feeling others’ pain and criticized the current political landscape characterized by animosity and suffering. He stressed the significance of remembering Gandhi to safeguard the nation’s unity and integrity, urging all, including members of the ruling BJP, to uphold the values of truth and non-violence.
Kumar expressed concerns over the prevalence of violence in society, rejecting ideologies based on guns and aggression. He also commented on the UP CM Awas Yojana for Hindu Bengali families from Bangladesh, highlighting the importance of providing land and homes to those in need. Kumar raised questions about promises of permanent housing for all citizens by 2022 and the current situation of Hindus in India still awaiting such provisions.
