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10 Mahatma Gandhi movies inspired by the freedom fighter's life

10 Mahatma Gandhi movies inspired by the freedom fighter's life

Filmmakers have often drawn inspiration from the struggles of India's great freedom fighters, depicting their lives on the big screen. Numerous movies have captured the essence of these historical figures.

30 January,2024 12:45 PM IST | Tuhina Upadhyay
In Photos: I-N-D-I-A bloc leaders hold protest march in Mumbai

In Photos: I-N-D-I-A bloc leaders hold protest march in Mumbai

The Opposition I-N-D-I-A bloc leaders held a peace march and rally called 'Main bhi Gandhi' in Mumbai on Monday (October 2), on the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti as well as Lal Bahadur Shastri Jayanti, to protest against the BJP’s “divide and rule policy” and “divisive politics” (Pics/Shadab Khan)

02 October,2023 04:13 PM IST | ronak mastakar
Gandhi Jayanti: How Gandhi’s time in Mumbai shaped India’s freedom movement

Gandhi Jayanti: How Gandhi’s time in Mumbai shaped India’s freedom movement

Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi's teachings have influenced not only Indians but people around the world. He was born in Porbandar in Gujarat but Mumbai is often regarded as the centre of his activities. On his 154th birth anniversary, here are some of the iconic city structures where Gandhi either spent time or addressed his followers

02 October,2023 01:44 PM IST | Editor
In Pics: President Droupadi Murmu pays homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat

In Pics: President Droupadi Murmu pays homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat

President of India Droupadi Murmu on Monday paid floral tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat in the national capital on the occasion of 154th Gandhi Jayanti. Photos/AFP/PTI

02 October,2023 12:22 PM IST | Editor
IN PHOTOS: Mumbaikars take part in 'Swachhata Hi Seva' campaign

IN PHOTOS: Mumbaikars take part in 'Swachhata Hi Seva' campaign

Mumbai residents, bollywood celibrities and along with Mahararashtra CM Eknath Shinde actively took part in the 'Swachhata Hi Seva' campaign organised by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) at Girgaon Chowpatty in Mumbai. The "Ek Tareekh, Ek Ghanta, Ek Saath" campaign, a massive cleanliness drive, was initiated in alignment with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision to commemorate Gandhi Jayanti on October 2. This campaign serves as a prelude to the 'Swachhata Pakhwada- Swachhata Hi Seva' 2023 initiative, scheduled on October 1. Pics/ Sameer Markande

01 October,2023 04:41 PM IST | Asif Ali Sayed
In Photos: President Murmu, PM Modi pay tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat

In Photos: President Murmu, PM Modi pay tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat

President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Moday paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat in New Delhi (Pics/PTI)

30 January,2023 12:56 PM IST
PHOTOS: On Gandhi Jayanti, world's largest Khadi national flag unfurled in Leh

PHOTOS: On Gandhi Jayanti, world's largest Khadi national flag unfurled in Leh

As India celebrates Mahatma Gandhi's 152nd birth anniversary, Army's Fire and Fury Corps organised a historic event at Leh Garrison, where a monumental national flag was unfurled by RK Mathur, LG of Ladakh, on the hill overlooking Leh valley. This is the world's largest Khadi national flag. Pics/Pallav Paliwal

02 October,2021 03:48 PM IST
IN PHOTOS: India pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on his 152nd birth anniversary

IN PHOTOS: India pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on his 152nd birth anniversary

Prime Minister Naredndra Modi on Saturday paid tributes to Mahatama Gandhi on his 152nd birth anniversary, saying his life and ideas will inspire every generation to walk the path of their duties. President Ram Nath Kovind greeted citizens on the eve of Gandhi Jayanti and asked people to take pledge to strive for making India a country of his dreams. To mark the day, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will also be unveiling a statue of Mahatma Gandhi at Lakshadweep.   Pics/Pradeep Dhivar, PTI, AFP  

01 October,2021 07:42 PM IST

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