NEW DELHI: External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar on Sunday received artefacts and documents related to Mahatma Gandhi from the Phoenix Settlement Trust-Gandhi Development Trust (PST-GDT) in South Africa.
Notably, Mahatma Gandhi established the Phoenix Settlement, his first ashram-like community, in 1904 in Inanda, near Durban, South Africa.
In a post on X, Jaishankar expressed his gratitude, stating, "Privileged to witness the handing over of artefacts and documents related to Mahatma Gandhi by @PST_GDT (Phoenix Settlement Trust-Gandhi Development Trust), South Africa to National Gandhi Museum, New Delhi."
Mahatma Gandhi's experiences in South Africa between 1893 and 1914 were crucial in shaping his political ideology, particularly his philosophy of Satyagraha. Faced with racial discrimination and injustice, Gandhi realized that non-violent resistance could be an effective tool for challenging oppressive systems.
"Bapu's life and message continue to inspire generations to come," the post added. Mahatma Gandhi's life journey was a remarkable tale of transformation, perseverance, and selfless service. Born on October 2, 1869, in Porbandar, India, Gandhi was a key leader in the Indian independence movement against British rule. (ANI)
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