By Mewati Sitaram
On October 2, 2024, Colombo commemorated the 155th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. Hon. Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, and the High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka, H.E. Santosh Jha, paid homage to the Mahatma by garlanding his bust at the Prime Minister’s Office.
The bust, a gift from India in 2019 to mark Gandhi’s 150th birth anniversary, stands 42 inches tall and depicts Gandhiji in a meditative pose. It was crafted by renowned sculptor Ram Vanji Sutar, who is also known for creating the world’s tallest bronze statue of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel in Kevadiya, Gujarat.
Later in the day, the Sri Lanka India Society (SLIS), in collaboration with the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre, hosted a Gandhi Oration. This year’s oration was delivered by Mr. Austin Fernando, former High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to India. This annual event serves as a platform to reflect on Gandhi’s timeless teachings and their relevance in today’s world.
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