Assam Chief Minister Tarun Gogoi on Wednesday announced setting up of a university after the hallowed memory of Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi on the occasion of his birth anniversary.
Gogoi said that the proposed university would promote peace and harmony by finding ways to resolve growing conflicts by upholding the teachings and profound philosophy of Gandhiji among all sections of the people.
“Throughout his entire life Mahatma Gandhi propagated brotherhood feelings, tolerance and love for fellow beings by transcending the barriers of caste, creed or religion. His teachings are relevant for all times to come. The university would propagate his ideals and philosophy among the young generation in order to promote peace and harmony. It would also carry out research with a view to resolving conflicts,” said the Chief Minister.
Saying that the relevance of Gandhiji’s teachings is not only being felt in India but the world over, Gogoi pointed out that at a time when there are conflicts all around with terrorism rearing its ugly head, the world has realised the importance of Gandhiji’s teachings.
“If we want to bring an end to the orgy of violence and save the world or for that matter mankind, we have to follow in the footsteps of Gandhiji by adopting ahimsa or that of non-violence,” he added.
The Chief Minister said it was Gandhiji who instilled into the masses, the young and old alike, the moral courage which eventually culminated in the freedom of the country from imperialist rule. “Unlike many armed struggles as witnessed in the annals of history, Gandhiji’s movement in South Africa and India was unique in the sense that it advocated non-violence as the greatest weapon.”
The Chief Minister said the Government would take up a slew of initiatives aimed at disseminating Gandhiji’s perpetual and valuable philosophy, principle and believe in non-violence through proper education and public awareness. “Plans are on the anvil for installing a statue of Gandhiji in every district and to make a film on him to inspire and motivate our youths.”