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Religion
Gandhi Jayanti Marked with Ceremonies Across Arunachal Pradesh
✍️ The Arunachal Times
🗓 03 Oct 2026, 07:47 PM
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On October 2, Arunachal Pradesh observed Gandhi Jayanti with flag hoisting, prayer meetings and cultural programmes organised by schools and local bodies.
The state of Arunachal Pradesh commemorated Mahatma Gandhi's birth anniversary on October 2 with a series of official and community events. Government offices, schools and public institutions across the region hoisted the national flag and observed moments of silence to honour the Father of the Nation.
Local administration officials coordinated prayer meetings in town halls and community centres, where participants recited Gandhi's teachings and sang patriotic songs. Cultural programmes featuring folk dances, music and skits were staged in several districts, highlighting the relevance of non‑violence and self‑reliance in contemporary society.
Citizens gathered at prominent landmarks, offering flowers at Gandhi statues and sharing reflections on his legacy. The celebrations, reported by The Arunachal Times, underscored the continued resonance of Gandhi's ideals throughout the northeastern state.
Local administration officials coordinated prayer meetings in town halls and community centres, where participants recited Gandhi's teachings and sang patriotic songs. Cultural programmes featuring folk dances, music and skits were staged in several districts, highlighting the relevance of non‑violence and self‑reliance in contemporary society.
Citizens gathered at prominent landmarks, offering flowers at Gandhi statues and sharing reflections on his legacy. The celebrations, reported by The Arunachal Times, underscored the continued resonance of Gandhi's ideals throughout the northeastern state.