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Vijayawada marks Gandhi Jayanti with youth-focused events on Gandhian values
Gandhi Hill in Vijayawada hosted commemorative celebrations centring on Gandhian principles, with competitions designed to engage schoolchildren and promote the values of the independence icon.
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Gandhi Hill in Vijayawada became the focal point for Gandhi Jayanti observances as the Gandhi Heritage Foundation (GHF) and Andhra Pradesh Gandhi Smriti Nivas (APGSN) jointly organised programmes highlighting the ideals and teachings of Mahatma Gandhi.
The event featured a series of competitions specifically designed for school-going children, offering a platform to engage younger generations with Gandhian philosophy. Through these contests, organisers aimed to instil the principles and values that underpinned Gandhi's vision for India, connecting contemporary youth with the independence movement's foundational concepts.
The celebrations on Gandhi Hill underscored the ongoing effort to keep Gandhian thought relevant in educational spaces and among younger citizens. By combining commemorative activities with interactive competitions, the event sought to make the study of Gandhi's legacy both engaging and meaningful for students.
The joint initiative by GHF and APGSN reflects a broader commitment across Andhra Pradesh to preserving and promoting Gandhi's contributions to the nation's independence struggle and his philosophical approach to social change.