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Mahatma Gandhi's 150th birth anniversary updates: PM Modi releases commemorative Rs 150 coins

| Updated: Thursday, October 3, 2019, 0:32 [IST]

New Delhi, Oct 02: Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat on his 150th birth anniversary. Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Congress president Sonia Gandhi also paid floral tributes to the Father of Nation. Both the BJP and Congress have planned several events to mark the event.

Mahatma Gandhis 150th birth anniversary updates: PM Modi releases commemorative Rs 150 coins

Modi also visited the Sabarmati Ashram on October 2, on the occasion of the Mahatma Gandhi's 150th birth anniversary, and later declare the country open defecation-free.

People slipping back to open defecation, says CSE ahead of Centre's ODF India announcement People slipping back to open defecation, says CSE ahead of Centre's ODF India announcement

Modi also released a commemorative Rs 150 coins on the occasion of Mahatma Gandhi's 150th birth anniversary on Wednesday. He launched the commemorative coin in Ahmedabad, Gujarat when he had reached Sabarmati Riverfront for the 'Swachh Bharat Diwas' programme in the state.

Here are the HIGHLIGHTS on Mahatma Gandhis 150th birth anniversary

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10:25 PM, 2 Oct

Prime Minister Narendra Modi attends a #Navratri event in Ahmedabad. Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, and Governor Acharya Devvrat also present.

10:25 PM, 2 Oct

Prime Minister Narendra Modi offers prayers at a #Navratri event in Ahmedabad. Chief Minister Vijay Rupani also present.

#WATCH Gujarat: Prime Minister Narendra Modi offers prayers at a #Navratri event in Ahmedabad. pic.twitter.com/USfqQofqcR
— ANI (@ANI) October 2, 2019

8:41 PM, 2 Oct

Addressing the nation from Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad on Wednesday, 2 October, PM Modi declared India open defecation-free. “India's image has gained prominence in world," said PM Narendra Modi after reaching Ahmedabad airport. To mark the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, Modi is expected to address a gathering of party workers and village heads at the Sabarmati Ashram where he will declare India open defecation-free.

8:40 PM, 2 Oct

'' Today whole world is appreciating and awarding us. Providing toilets to more than 60 crore people in 60 months, building more than 11 crore toilets, whole world is amazed by this. ,'' Modi said.

8:40 PM, 2 Oct

Prime Minister Narendra Modi at 'Swachh Bharat Diwas' programme in Ahmedabad: Today rural India and its villages have declared themselves 'open defecation free'.

8:40 PM, 2 Oct

PM Modi at 'Swachh Bharat Diwas' programme in Ahmedabad: Whole world is celebrating Bapu's birth anniversary. A few days ago United Nations (UN) released a postal stamp to make this occasion memorable, now commemorative stamps & coins have also been released here.

8:24 PM, 2 Oct

PM's message in visitor's book at Sabarmati Ashram:I'm satisfied that on the occasion of #GandhiAt150, we're witnessing the fulfillment of his dream of 'Swachh Bharat'. I feel lucky that on this occasion when India has successfully stopped open defecation I'm here at the ashram.

8:20 PM, 2 Oct

Prime Minister Narendra Modi releases commemorative Rs 150 coins, on the occasion of Mahatma Gandhi's 150th birth anniversary.

7:44 PM, 2 Oct

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives for the 'Swachh Bharat Diwas' programme at Sabarmati Riverfront in Ahmedabad. Chief Minister Vijay Rupani also present.

7:43 PM, 2 Oct

A special exhibition dedicated to the friendship between Mahatma Gandhi and Leo Tolstoy was held at the Russian State Duma, in Moscow today. India's Ambassador to Russia, D Bala Venkatesh Varma was also present along with other Russian leaders.

Russia: A special exhibition dedicated to the friendship between Mahatma Gandhi and Leo Tolstoy was held at the Russian State Duma, in Moscow today. India's Ambassador to Russia, D Bala Venkatesh Varma was also present along with other Russian leaders. #GandhiAt150 #GandhiJayanti pic.twitter.com/GbMVS0Fj52
— ANI (@ANI) October 2, 2019

7:32 PM, 2 Oct

Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Sabarmati Riverfront in Ahmedabad

7:06 PM, 2 Oct

Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacts with children and volunteers at the Sabarmati Ashram.

7:05 PM, 2 Oct

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits the Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad, on the occasion of the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.

7:05 PM, 2 Oct

Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at the Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad.

Gujarat: Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at the Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad. #GandhiJayanti #GandhiAt150 pic.twitter.com/hdtvzcGPqh
— ANI (@ANI) October 2, 2019

6:25 PM, 2 Oct

At the Ahmedabad airport, PM Modi noted that the UN welcomed Gandhi’s 150th birth-anniversary celebrations with immense enthusiasm.

6:25 PM, 2 Oct

Addressing a public gathering in Ahmedabad, PM Modi was quoted by PMO twitter as saying, “The world can see that India is at the forefront of several positive changes taking place at the world stage. The fact that India always believes in taking everyone along has also been noted.”

6:25 PM, 2 Oct

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrives in Ahmedabad. After his arrival at Ahmedabad airport, PM Modi said, “India’s stature is rising at the world stage. Respect for India is increasing all over. One can experience the change.”

4:58 PM, 2 Oct

Martin Luther King Jr raised issue the of racism, he was influenced by the thoughts of Gandhi ji. Nelson Mandela who fought against racism and fought for freedom in South Africa, his Satyagraha was also inspired by Gandhi ji, says BJP woorkiing president JP Nadda.

4:40 PM, 2 Oct

Mahatma Gandhi’s 150 birth anniversary is being observed across India with prayer meets organised at several places, including the Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad. In the evening, Modi is scheduled to visit Ahmedabad, where he will pay tributes to Gandhi at the Sabarmati Ashram and later address a gathering of village heads from different parts of the country while declaring the country open defecation-free.

4:38 PM, 2 Oct

The column, ‘Why India and the World Need Gandhi’, explored the Mahatma’s influence on prominent world leaders, including Martin Luther King Jr and anti-apartheid icon Nelson Mandela. Modi described Gandhi as the "best teacher" and "the guiding light" who continues to give courage to millions globally and uniting those who believe in humanity.

4:37 PM, 2 Oct

In a column for The New York Times on Mahatma Gandhi’s 150 birth anniversary, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday proposed the ‘Einstein Challenge’ to ensure that the ideals of Bapu are remembered by future generations. “As a tribute to Gandhi, I propose what I call the Einstein Challenge. We know Albert Einstein’s famous words on Gandhi: ‘Generations to come will scarce believe that such a one as this ever in flesh and blood walked upon this earth’… I invite thinkers, entrepreneurs and tech leaders to be at the forefront of spreading Gandhi’s ideas through innovation,” Modi wrote.

4:36 PM, 2 Oct

PM Modi will attend a special Swachh Bharat Diwas Programme in Ahmedabad, Gujarat today evening.

3:47 PM, 2 Oct

Gandhiji and India are synonyms, but these days some are working towards reversing it. They want the RSS becomes synonymous with India," Sonia Gandhhi said.

3:44 PM, 2 Oct

"Gandhi ji ka naam lekar Bharat ko unhi ke raste se hat kar apni disha mein le jaane ki koshish karne wale pehle bhi kum nahi the. Lekin pichle kuch varshon mein toh vo saam-daam-dand-bhed ka khula karobar kar ke ve apne aap ko bahaut taqatwar smjhte hain (There was no dearth of those who took Gandhiji's name and led the nation away from his principles. But the last few years they have used all means and thinnking that they are the most popular," Sonia Gandhi said.

3:39 PM, 2 Oct

Nitish Kumar

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar at the "Gandhi Vichar Samagam" event at Gyan Bhawan in Patna. #GandhiAt150 pic.twitter.com/htlkw5pMBH
— ANI (@ANI) October 2, 2019

2:43 PM, 2 Oct

"It was the order of Gandhiji to pursue the path of truth. First, the BJP should pursue the path of truth and then talk about Gandhiji," the Priyanka said.

2:42 PM, 2 Oct

Taking a swipe at the BJP, Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi on Wednesday said it should first pursue the path of truth shown by Mahatma Gandhi and then talk about him.

1:58 PM, 2 Oct

In what appeared to be a swipe at the present BJP leadership, Sonia Gandhi told party workers and leaders at Rajghat that the Mahatma's soul would be pained by what has been happening in India in the last few years.

1:58 PM, 2 Oct

Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Wednesday said those who consider themselves supreme and indulge in the politics of falsehood will not understand Mahatma Gandhi's sacrifices and ideals.

1:09 PM, 2 Oct

The march will conclude with an oath to be administered to workers and leaders by party president Sonia Gandhi at Rajghat.

8:37 AM, 2 Oct

Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off countrywide celebrations to mark the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi today.

8:37 AM, 2 Oct

He will visit the Sabarmati Ashram on October 2, on the occasion of the Mahatma Gandhi's 150th birth anniversary, and later declare the country open defecation-free.

8:38 AM, 2 Oct

Several events will be organised in the city and other parts of Gujarat on October 2 as part of the sesquicentennial year of Gandhi's birth anniversary.

8:38 AM, 2 Oct

People visiting Gujarat to attend the October 2 function at Sabarmati Riverfront will be taken to different places associated with Mahatma Gandhi, like the memorial at Dandi, which is associated with the historic salt march led by him in 1930, and the Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar.

8:38 AM, 2 Oct

Around 1,500 people are likely to join the drive to clean Dandi beach, Navsari collector Ardra Agarwal said.

8:38 AM, 2 Oct

At the Gandhi Ashram at Sabarmati in Ahmedabad, the day will begin with a 'sarvadharm prarthana' (all faith prayer) to be held around 8.30 am.

8:39 AM, 2 Oct

Around 900 students from primary schools across the state will gather at the Sabarmati Ashram and some of them will share their views on Gandhi's teachings of non-violence.

8:54 AM, 2 Oct

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat.

8:55 AM, 2 Oct

The prime minister also tweeted a video expressing gratitude to his everlasting contribution to humanity.

राष्ट्रपिता महात्मा गांधी को उनकी 150वीं जन्म-जयंती पर शत-शत नमन।

Tributes to beloved Bapu! On #Gandhi150, we express gratitude to Mahatma Gandhi for his everlasting contribution to humanity. We pledge to continue working hard to realise his dreams and create a better planet. pic.twitter.com/4y0HqBO762
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 2, 2019

9:08 AM, 2 Oct

PM Modi will declare India open defecation-free, to mark the 150 Birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.

9:09 AM, 2 Oct

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari launched a special sales campaign of Khadi and Village Industries Commission and cow dung soaps and bamboo bottles yesterday, on the eve of Gandhi Jayanti.

9:15 AM, 2 Oct

Congress interim president Sonia Gandhi and BJP Working president JP Nadda too paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat.

9:18 AM, 2 Oct

Union Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju flags off 'Fit India Plog run,'- a trash collecting activity while jogging, at Indira Gandhi stadium. Wrestler Bajrang Punia also present.

9:48 AM, 2 Oct

'Swacchhata Abhiyaan (cleanliness drive),' was conducted at Ramghat in Wazirabad under the 'Namami Gange Project,' today.

9:49 AM, 2 Oct

Air India pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi by painting his portrait on the tail of an Airbus A320 aircraft at Indira Gandhi International Airport(Delhi).

Air India pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi by painting his portrait on the tail of an Airbus A320 aircraft at Indira Gandhi International Airport(Delhi) #GandhiJayanti #GandhiAt150 pic.twitter.com/JCEGeL4KPP
— ANI (@ANI) October 2, 2019

9:51 AM, 2 Oct

Rahul Gandhi pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi

On his 150th Jayanti, my tributes to Mahatma Gandhi Ji, the “Father of the Nation”, who through his words & deeds, showed us that love for all living beings & non violence is the only way to defeat oppression, bigotry & hatred.

#Gandhi150 pic.twitter.com/ODRLL7o1os
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) October 2, 2019

9:54 AM, 2 Oct

Federal Minister for Science and Technology Government of Pakistan Fawad Hussain also remembered the Gandhiji while taking a swipe at Narendra Modi government.

Today is a Birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, a great leader of subcontinent,its so sad to see that today India is under an extremist regime. These fellows represent legacy of Godse murderer of Gandhi G. PM Modi and his regime is nothing but extension of RSS philosphy. #Gandhi
— Ch Fawad Hussain (@fawadchaudhry) October 2, 2019

9:55 AM, 2 Oct

Delhi: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh administered a cleanliness oath to people at an event organised in Delhi Cantonment on Gandhi Jayanti, today.

10:19 AM, 2 Oct

Home Minister Amit Shah flags off Sankalp Yatra

10:24 AM, 2 Oct

The Sabarmati Ashram is teaching precepts of non-violence to nearly 30,000 students in Gujarat, with interesting concepts like asking them to write a 'letter to Bapu' and learning about life of the Father of the Nation.

10:31 AM, 2 Oct

Gandhi ji's satyagraha movement brought the British to their knees. He showed the path of truth and non violence to the world, says Amit Shah at Sankalp rally.

10:42 AM, 2 Oct

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis takes part in 'Swacchhta Abhiyaan (cleanliness drive),' at Sion-Koliwada in Mumbai.

11:58 AM, 2 Oct

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri, at the Parliament, earlier today.

11:58 AM, 2 Oct

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Senior BJP leader LK Advani and AIADMK leader M. Thambidurai also present.

1:08 PM, 2 Oct

Former Congress president Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday led a 'padyatra' here with a large number of party workers following him to Mahatma Gandhi's memorial Rajghat.

1:08 PM, 2 Oct

The 'Gandhi Sandesh Yatra' on Mahatma Gandhi's 150th birth anniversary began from the Delhi Congress office Rajiv Bhavan at Deendayal Upadhyay Marg and headed to Rajghat, about three kilometres away, with enthusiastic party workers waving flags and chanting the slogan 'Mahatma Gandhi Amar Rahein'.

1:08 PM, 2 Oct

Many youth sported Gandhi's trademark spectacles and dhoti and walked with sticks in the march.

1:08 PM, 2 Oct

A tableau of Gandhi's Sabarmati Ashram and his iconic wooden spinning wheel was also part of the march.

1:09 PM, 2 Oct

The march will conclude with an oath to be administered to workers and leaders by party president Sonia Gandhi at Rajghat.

1:58 PM, 2 Oct

Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Wednesday said those who consider themselves supreme and indulge in the politics of falsehood will not understand Mahatma Gandhi's sacrifices and ideals.