India, Oct. 1 -- Gandhi Jayanti 2026 will be observed on October 2, marking the 157th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, who was born on October 2, 1869, in Porbandar, Gujarat. The day is observed every year to remember Gandhi's life and his role in India's freedom movement. October 2 is also observed internationally as the International Day of Non-Violence by the United Nations.

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Gandhi Jayanti 2026 will mark Mahatma Gandhi's 157th birth anniversary. Gandhi, whose full name was Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, was born on October 2, 1869. The annual observance falls on his birthday and commemorates his contribution to India's independence movement and his advocacy of non-violence.

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