New Delhi: On the anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi‘s death, the official archive of Prime Minister Narendra Modi has unveiled excerpts from his personal diary containing handwritten quotes by Gandhi.
We bring to you pages from Narendra Modi’s private diary, which demonstrate that not only did he extensively read Mahatma Gandhi, but he also wrote down Gandhi’s quotes in his personal diary as something of inspirational value to him. These entries continued to influence his actions in later years,” the Modi Archive announced on social media.
We bring to you pages from @narendramodi's personal diary, which demonstrate that not only did he extensively read #MahatmaGandhi, but he also wrote down Gandhi's quotes in his personal diary as something of inspirational value to him. These entries continued to guide his… pic.twitter.com/MCvgCBMCx1
— Modi Archive (@modiarchive) January 30, 2024
Among the quotes mentioned in the diary are:
- “My sole weapon is love in my pursuit of authority.”
- “My fervor for nonviolence is a potent force. It admits no cowardice or weakness. While a violent man may transition to nonviolence, a coward has no such potential.”
- “The world possesses enough to satisfy every man’s need but not every man’s greed.”
- “If blood must be shed, let it be our own. Let us nurture the serene courage to perish without causing harm.”
The Prime Minister paid tribute to Gandhi with a heartfelt message on social media.
“On the solemn occasion of Pujya Bapu’s Punya Tithi, I extend my homage. I also pay tribute to all those who sacrificed their lives for our nation. Their valor motivates us to dedicate ourselves to serving the people and realizing their vision for our country,” PM Modi expressed on Twitter.
I pay homage to Pujya Bapu on his Punya Tithi. I also pay homage to all those who have been martyred for our nation. Their sacrifices inspire us to serve the people and fulfil their vision for our nation.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 30, 2024
Gandhi was assassinated on this day in 1948 by Nathuram Godse. His death anniversary is observed as Martyrs’ Day.
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