In Honour of Bapu, The Father of The Nation - Mahatma Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi

Arti October 02, 2011
Many years ago, a solitary figure clothed in a loin cloth, firmly holding on to his stick of principles and ideologies, set out on an expedition…

Mahatma Gandhi, Bapu the Father of the nation, Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad, Gujarat

He traversed the difficult pathways full of struggles and opposition, all this to unearth the greatest treasure for His people…

Inspirational Quote by Mahatma Gandhi, Bapu the Father of the nation, Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad, Gujarat

In the route, He gave out the definition of ‘Freedom’, before…

Wisdom quote by Mahatma Gandhi, Bapu the Father of the nation, Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad, Gujarat

… Ultimately discovering  His long cherished dream, the Priceless Gem, My Country – ‘The Free India’...

Saying by Mahatma Gandhi, Bapu the Father of the nation, Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad, Gujarat

And leaving behind an inspirational legacy for generations to come...

Life quote by Mahatma Gandhi, Bapu the Father of the nation, Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad, Gujarat

...That great figure was none other than 'The Mahatma', Mahatma Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, a significant figure of the Indian Freedom Struggle
and an architect of Indian Independence...

An Image of Mahatma Gandhi, Bapu the Father of the nation, Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Mahatma Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi (2 October 1869 – 30 January 1948)

2nd October (Mahatma Gandhi's birthday - Gandhi Jayanti or Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti):

On the 142nd birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, also fondly known as Bapu and renowned world over as The Father of the Nation, just spare a few moments to ponder on His wisdom, teachings and invaluable contributions to the rich history of India…

Location of Images:  Sabarmati Ashram, Mahatma Gandhi's Home in Ahmedabad, Gujarat
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67 Comments

  1. IndraniOctober 2, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    Great post!
    You did well by posting this Arti. :)

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  2. magdaOctober 2, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    It was a great man!!
    I've seen many times in his biography video!
    many greetings

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  3. chitraOctober 2, 2011 at 3:58 PM

    Very apt one for the occasion.Good work :).

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  4. SridharanOctober 2, 2011 at 4:45 PM

    Timely and a very well compiled post Arti..!

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  5. AnonymousOctober 2, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    I learned about him when I was junior high school student.
    However, I didn't know his thought deeply.
    I could know the glimps of his thought through this post.
    Thank you for sharing. :)

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  6. TeamgsquareOctober 2, 2011 at 7:25 PM

    He was a great man .......Thanks for sharing

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  7. AnonymousOctober 2, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    nice post on the occasion of Birth Anniversary of Gandhiji

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  8. mermaid galleryOctober 2, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    he changed the world....one step at a time....

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  9. Cloud NineOctober 2, 2011 at 9:45 PM

    Thanks for this beautiful post on Bapu:) Yes, his life is his message and hope our future generations learn and follow his ideals:)))

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  10. Scott - Quirky Travel GuyOctober 2, 2011 at 9:49 PM

    Very nice... that would be an overwhelming place to visit.

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  11. SatyaOctober 2, 2011 at 10:03 PM

    It is the greatest need of the hour in this moment of history where there is turmoil and unrest all over the world these words of mahatma gandhi teach us that we are world and we create it with our thoughts and actions. The is a supreme peace in his words ... thank you for sharing such a timely post

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  12. Sylvia KOctober 2, 2011 at 10:35 PM

    He was indeed a great man! Marvelous post, Arti! Hope you've enjoyed a great weekend!

    Sylvia

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  13. ErinOctober 2, 2011 at 11:56 PM

    What an interesting topic for a blog! I have a cousin who lives 1/2 in US, 1/2 in India on various spiritual...or meditative journeys. I can't wait until the day I get to visit India - I'll have to come back to your blog for some ideas and advice!

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  14. gigihawaiiOctober 3, 2011 at 12:15 AM

    I saw the Hollywood movie, Gandhi, years ago. It was very inspiring.

    Thanks for visiting my blog, Arti. I'll visit yours on a daily basis and have added it to my blogroll.

    BTW, blogger won't allow me to post on OPEN ID or by clicking on Wordpress. The only way I can comment on blogspot today is via NAME URL.

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  15. Ginny HartzlerOctober 3, 2011 at 12:31 AM

    Yes, he needs to be remembered. Do you have a national holiday for him?

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  16. NancyOctober 3, 2011 at 12:43 AM

    Gandhi is an icon, a genius. Your post was very enlightening. Thank you.

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  17. LucyOctober 3, 2011 at 1:34 AM

    Thank you for the remembrance. Beautiful.

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  18. Aakash KokzOctober 3, 2011 at 6:07 AM

    Mahatma Gandhi was indeed a wonderful person and great freedom fighter, thanks for sharing some wonderful pics out here, overall a very beautiful post.

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  19. ArtiOctober 3, 2011 at 7:03 AM

    @ gigihawaii
    I will check why it does not allow it to post comment via wordpress. Many others do comment who have wordpress blogs.

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  20. MichelleOctober 3, 2011 at 7:04 AM

    Very nice Arti.

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  21. ArtiOctober 3, 2011 at 7:04 AM

    @ Ginny
    Yes, 2nd of October is a national holiday.

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  22. sarahOctober 3, 2011 at 8:23 AM

    I learned about Gandhi as a father of independence when I was a student. But I didn't know his birthday is 2nd of October.It's the same of my birthday. I'm glad of it.
    Have a lovely week.

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  23. AnonymousOctober 3, 2011 at 9:06 AM

    Gandhi is one of the people I admire most! Thanks for this lovely post.

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  24. AmandaOctober 3, 2011 at 5:08 PM

    Thanks for reminding us, Arti. One can never ponder too much on his wise words...

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  25. RajeshOctober 3, 2011 at 5:19 PM

    Wonderful tribute to great person.

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  26. magiceyeOctober 3, 2011 at 6:34 PM

    beautiful tribute!

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  27. Jane and Lance HattattOctober 3, 2011 at 8:07 PM

    Hello Arti:
    What a beautifully presented tribute this is to Gandhi. A wonderful celebration of his life and his inspirational teachings. India is richer for his having lived and the world is poorer that he is no longer alive.

    Thank you so much for your comment on our blog to which we have replied. We are delighted to have found you and have signed up as Followers to keep in touch.

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  28. AnonymousOctober 3, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    Its good to see a blogger who shared this thing..and as always in the best manner...

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  29. Saru SinghalOctober 3, 2011 at 10:05 PM

    Great post Arti, We need leaders like him even now as there is so much violence these days. I wish we follow some of his principles and make this world a better place.
    Saru

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  30. pennyOctober 3, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    A man for all time. Nice post.

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  31. aipiOctober 4, 2011 at 6:10 AM

    A very beautiful tribute to Bapu ~ a well compiled n very thoughtful post!
    USMasala

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  32. राजीव थेपड़ा ( भूतनाथ )October 4, 2011 at 7:10 AM

    इस यात्रा का हिस्सा बना मैं खुद भी आज....बापू की यादों में डूबा,मैं खुद भी आज....मैनें भी उस मिटटी के दर्शन किये...जहां रहा था वो देवदूत कभी....कुछ पल को बापू बना,मैं खुद भी आज.....आभार बहुत-बहुत आपका.....वहां घूमा कर लाने के लिए....आपने भी क्या कभी सोचा होगा...कि आपकी तस्वीरों और शब्दों पर चल कर कोई एक भूत भी इस जगह घूम आयेगा....!!पुनः आभार आपका....

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  33. Mary PaquetOctober 4, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    Wonderful post Arti, about a great man.

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  34. Draffin BearsOctober 4, 2011 at 8:27 AM

    Hi Arti,

    A wonderful tribute to Gandhi - I remember going to watch a great movie of his life once and really enjoyed it.

    Hope you have a lovely week
    Hugs
    Carolyn

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  35. kranthiOctober 4, 2011 at 1:16 PM

    i loved the post. Atleast we have to remember on this auspicious day

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  36. Abhishek BhardwajOctober 4, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    Wonderful Post Arti.
    If we could follow what you have shown in the post we would definitely come out as improved human being.
    I try to follow what Mahatma preached during his life and follow Gandhian ideology.
    Thanks for such a post.

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  37. Technosyncratic Travel BlogOctober 4, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    Beautiful. I'm so glad there's a national day to remember his work and sacrifice.

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  38. SuKupedia ™ :) :)October 4, 2011 at 6:09 PM

    A really superb post and what a nice tribute...only u could do it Arti :)

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  39. Hariharan ValadyOctober 4, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    Great post at the most appropriate time. His handwritten message is the best part of the post.

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  40. zephyrOctober 4, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    Thanks for the sneak peek into Bapu's Ashram! I am going to be visiting it next week (hopefully).

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  41. Felicity Grace TerryOctober 4, 2011 at 8:26 PM

    Thanks for such a fascinating post, I for one have come away having learnt a lot more about this inspirational man.

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  42. MartinaOctober 4, 2011 at 11:24 PM

    Gandhi continues to be such an inspiration - one of the many great people of india!

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  43. AOctober 4, 2011 at 11:44 PM

    What a beautiful post on Ghandiji -- thank you for this.

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  44. Margaret CloudOctober 5, 2011 at 5:47 AM

    This was such an interesting read, did enjoy all the information, he indeed was a great man.

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  45. KarthickOctober 5, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    nice collection!!! the greatest man world ever had... its sad that our people remember him only on October 2 and Independence day!!!

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  46. bemoneyawareOctober 5, 2011 at 4:34 PM

    Very inspiring..pictures are worth 1000 words!!

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  47. Satish MutatkarOctober 5, 2011 at 7:37 PM

    Verrry Nice Arti...

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  48. stardustOctober 6, 2011 at 6:38 PM

    A beautifully written tribute to Ghandi! He was a great leader advocating "non-violence". The light he warmed and lit up pople is sorely missed even long after his death. I long for a lerder like him.

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  49. Red rose.October 6, 2011 at 6:41 PM

    Thank you for your concern. I am going to come back blogging soon.

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  50. AngeliOctober 6, 2011 at 6:46 PM

    the mahatma will always remain an inspiration to the world.

    have a great day, arti. :)

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  51. Nitin JainOctober 6, 2011 at 7:15 PM

    Gandhi ji, will remain an inspiration for generations to come, on how to live a simple life yet with high ethical and moral standards, which he not just believed but lived all through his life. Nice post and very nice blog.

    Nitin

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  52. BarbOctober 6, 2011 at 10:45 PM

    I am touched by your tribute, Arti. HIs words and life are meaningful to me.

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  53. AnonymousOctober 7, 2011 at 7:49 PM

    This is really inspiring Arti... People hardly write about him these days... Its a great post for educating our masses!
    Keep going!

    Love,
    Indie :)

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  54. Here I Am CarrieOctober 8, 2011 at 1:33 AM

    His life and inspiration will always live in the hearts of many. Thanks for sharing a bit on a wonderful human being.

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  55. kranthiOctober 10, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    nice post. its very interesting.i will definetely visit

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  56. DeguideOctober 13, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    Gandhiji said God provides for all you need but not greed...good dedication Arti

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  57. kranthiOctober 16, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    a great post and information too

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  58. Anmol JainJune 4, 2015 at 8:18 AM

    Really Good Information And Post Regarding Mahatma Gandhi....

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  59. Vishal KatariaAugust 15, 2015 at 6:07 PM

    Nice post Arti. He had his reasons... some were good, some made us suffer... But he did what he thought was right... I don't know if he indeed deserves the title 'Father of the Nation' but won't oppose it because I may be labelled 'anti-secular'.

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  60. Arun MuthusamyOctober 2, 2015 at 10:44 AM

    Sure he is one of the greatest leaders of our country. Wish you also Lal Bahadur Shastriji jayanthi

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  61. UnknownOctober 2, 2015 at 12:52 PM

    An inspiring post for the occasion. Thanks for sharing.

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  62. Shoma AbhyankarOctober 2, 2015 at 1:21 PM

    well timed and wonderful post. Thanks for sharing

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  63. Purba chakrabortyOctober 3, 2015 at 1:15 AM

    A wonderful post, Arti :)

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  64. Ami BhatOctober 3, 2015 at 11:12 AM

    Beautiful reflection of his thoughts and ambitions and good time to remind all too.

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  65. UnknownOctober 4, 2015 at 12:28 PM

    Nice post ... though not a big fan of Gandhi ;)

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  66. Deepa GopalOctober 4, 2015 at 3:16 PM

    Beautiful post ans a beautiful tribute, Arti! :)

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  67. D.NambiarOctober 5, 2015 at 8:50 AM

    That's a very nice post for the occasion. Sabarmati Ashram must be quite a museum. :)

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