President Droupadi Murmu’s address at the first convocation of Mahatma Gandhi Central University emphasized Gandhian values and their timeless relevance for India’s progress and unity.
New Delhi: On October 19, 2023, the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, attended the opening ceremony of the Mahatma Gandhi Central University in Motihari, Bihar. This was a very important event. Her appearance wasn’t just for show; it was a symbolic acknowledgement of the institution’s long history and important principles.
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The President told the group of smart and excited students how important it was for them to be connected to this university. This is where Mahatma Gandhi, a great figure in Indian history and a worldwide symbol of peace and honesty, held his first satyagraha. This important history is celebrated not only in India but all over the world, and the university itself is a sign of it.
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There is a lot of truth and simplicity in Gandhian thought, which the President told the kids they should look into. She said again that following these rules is the way to real happiness, long peace, and good reputation. To follow this route, she told the students to make sure that their words, actions, and feelings were all in line with what Mahatma Gandhi taught. He is affectionately known as “Bapu.”
Gandhiji had an effect that went far beyond his own time. He made a lot of people believe in nonviolence, kindness, morals, and service to others without expecting anything in return. His impact was huge, and it changed Indian culture, politics, and faith in deep ways. The rest of the world still sees India through the lens of Gandhian ideas, seeing him as the perfect representation of the spirit of the country.
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The President talked about the important Champaran satyagraha, which was a turning point in India’s fight for freedom. As much as it was a fight against colonial oppression, it was also a force for social change. During this movement, people from different castes started eating together, breaking down the usual barriers between classes. The British government had to give in after this brave step toward social equality and unity, which was guided by Gandhiji’s vision.
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It’s been more than a hundred years, but Smt. Droupadi Murmu said that the same road of social equality and unity can still lead India to modernity and growth. The President’s message was clear: Mahatma Gandhi’s values, like his dedication to truth, simplicity, and social harmony, will always be important to the students at the Mahatma Gandhi Central University. They will help them build a better future and help the country as a whole.
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The President’s speech also emphasized that the University’s responsibility to preserve Mahatma Gandhi’s legacy extends well beyond the confines of the classroom and the conferral of academic credentials. The goal is to raise up educated, morally grounded individuals who will carry on Gandhiji’s fight for social justice.
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She urged the class to learn from history and use that knowledge in the present and the future. The young of today have the opportunity to use the strength of social equality and togetherness to create a prosperous and advanced India, just like their forebears did during the Champaran satyagraha. As important as it is to eliminate inequalities, our society is stronger when everyone is included.
The President’s address amounted to a rallying cry. She challenged the kids to spread the values of truth, peace, and nonviolence in their communities and beyond. These unchanging principles are what will keep America on the path to growth and prosperity in the face of unprecedented change and technological innovation.
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The President’s closing remarks left the audience with a lasting impression: Mahatma Gandhi Central University is more than a place of higher education; it is a protector of India’s highest ideals. The students’ duties included not just learning, but also living up to the principles symbolized by their school’s moniker. This would be a fitting memorial to Mahatma Gandhi and would also add to the larger narrative of India’s progress toward more equality, democracy, and peace.
