Dhaka, Oct. 2 -- The 157th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi was commemorated at the High Commission of India in Dhaka on Friday with a programme highlighting his ideals of truth, non-violence and selfless service.

The programme, organised by the Indira Gandhi Cultural Centre (IGCC) of the High Commission, began with poster-making and quiz competitions for university and college students from across Dhaka. Renowned Bangladeshi quiz master Ferdous Bappy led the competitions, which focused on Gandhi's life, ideas and legacy.

Addressing the gathering, Indian High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi recalled Gandhi's enduring message of truth, non-violence and selfless service, and highlighted the continuing relevance of his ideals in contemporar...