{
  "id": 11458069,
  "title": "The younger generation should adopt Bapuji’s principles: Belagavi City Corporation Commissioner",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/02/the-younger-generation-should-adopt-bapujis-principles-belagavi-city",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-02T14:31:38.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Hindu",
    "slug": "the-hindu",
    "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/the-younger-generation-should-adopt-bapujis-principles-bcc-commissioner-karthik/article71537521.ece"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Belagavi City Corporation Commissioner Karthik M. urged the younger generation to learn from Mahatma Gandhi's principles and integrate them into their lives. Speaking at the event marking Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri's birth anniversaries, Commissioner M. emphasized the enduring relevance of Gandhi's life and ideals. He highlighted the importance of truth, non-violence, and simplicity, and encouraged everyone to read Gandhi's biography to understand his message. The Commissioner also pointed out that cleanliness is a duty of every citizen, and urged people to maintain both their surroundings and their own purity of mind. He praised the dedication of BCC staff and commended their public service. Notably, writer P.G. Kempannavar underscored Gandhi's role as a global leader of peace and truth, while Dr. Kempannavar highlighted the significant influence of Gandhi's mother on his values. Deputy Director of Information and Public Relations Gurunath Kadabur emphasized the timeless relevance of Gandhi and Shastri's ideals. The event also recognized contributions from various departments and felicitated centenarian freedom fighter Rajendra Kalaghatagi, Basavaraj Hattigoudar, and Gandhian Sriranga Joshi.",
  "summary": "Mahatma Gandhi’s life and ideals continue to serve as a guiding light for society, and his very life stands as a message, says BCC Commissioner",
  "key_points": [
    "Commissioner Karthik M. urges younger generation to adopt Gandhi's principles",
    "Emphasizes truth, non-violence, and simplicity as key ideals",
    "Commends BCC staff dedication and public service"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}