‘He taught us never to bow before injustice’: Congress pays tributes to Mahatma Gandhi

On Friday, October 2, 2026, the Congress party paid heartfelt tributes to Mahatma Gandhi on his birth anniversary. Rahul Gandhi emphasized that the great leader taught them never to bow before injustice and that standing firm with truth and non-violence is true strength. Mallikarjun Kharge echoed these sentiments, stating that remaining steadfast on Gandhi's principles of truth, non-violence, harmony, and justice is the true tribute to him.

Congress leaders honored Gandhi by laying floral tributes at his memorial at Rajghat. Mallikarjun Kharge shared a post in Hindi on X, quoting Gandhi: "First they will ignore you, then they will laugh at you, then they will fight you, and then you will win." The Congress leader emphasized that Gandhi's legacy of truth, non-violence, and fearlessness continues to guide humanity towards a path of compassion and peace.

Gandhi's teachings transcend the Indian freedom struggle, inspiring people worldwide to fight against injustice. Kharge also remembered former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri on his birth anniversary, highlighting his dedication to India's progress through land reforms, the Green and White Revolutions, abolishing third-class railway travel, and leadership during the 1965 war. Former Congress leader K. Kamaraj was also honored for his simplicity, integrity, and commitment to public service.