U.N. chief Guterres urges people to shun violence on Mahatma Gandhi's 153rd birth anniversary
The Hindu
In June 2007, the United Nations General Assembly marked 2nd October as International Day of Non-violence
United Nations Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres on October 2 urged people to shun violence by following Mahatma Gandhi's principles of Ahimsa (non-violence) on the occasion of his 153rd birth anniversary. Mahatma Gandhi's birthday is celebrated as the International Day of Non-Violence.
"On the International Day of Non-Violence, we celebrate Mahatma Gandhi's birthday & values of peace, respect & the essential dignity shared by everyone. We can defeat today's challenges by embracing these values & working across cultures & borders to build a better future," tweeted the U.N. chief.
In June 2007, the United Nations General Assembly marked 2nd October as International Day of Non-violence.
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