Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has said that Mahatma Gandhi became great by his deeds. Bapu transformed his life practicing truth and non-violence all his life.
Chouhan said that programmes to make life meaningful will be organised on the occasion of the anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. A State-level committee will be constituted for making arrangements for the programmes. Chouhan was addressing the Sarva Dharma Prarthana Sabha held at Gandhi Bhavan on the occasion of International Non-Violence Day here today.
Chouhan stated that Indian Philosophy is the Philosophy of Mahatma Gandhi. Principles of truth and non-violence of Indian culture were transformed into ground realities by the Bapu. He showed the practical form of non-violence. He was such a revolutionary who always followed the path of truth and satyagrah and has compelled the Britishers to quit India. Bapu has said that violence is not a solution for any problem.
Chouhan said that great personalities are respected by all, we should also follow their teachings. Referring to the incidents of Bapu’s life, Chouhan mentioned that Bapu used to teach people from his conduct. He urged for making effort to imbibe the teachings of Bapu in conduct.
Chouhan further said that Mahatma Gandhi was determined about cleanliness. Perspective can be changed by request. Bapu used to clean toilet when there was a tradition of manual scavenging. It was a matter of dispute between him and his wife. Mahatma Gandhi is the inspiration of Swacchta Abhiyan of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Swacchta Abhiyan has started reflecting now.
He said that positive life is more meaningful than successful life.
Birthday of Bapu should not become only ritual. Mentioning about the Sarva Dharma Prarthana, Chouhan said that preaching should be implemented then only we can make the resolutions of Bapu successful.
Chief Minister Chouhan encouraged the children to give unutilized toys and books to the needy children.