SABARMATI ASHRAM
Before Sabarmati, Kochrab ashram was Gandhi's first laboratory for social change
Kochrab Ashram became Mahatma Gandhi's initial site for practicing principles of truth and social equality in 1915. Tushar Gandhi emphasized that inviting a Dalit family led to significant backlash and his eventual relocation. Constructive activities such as spinning khadi were emphasized during his time at Sabarmati Ashram, which he established later in 1917. The ashram now serves as a museum housing artifacts related to Gandhi's life.
Gandhi Jayanti 2026 History: Why October 2 is celebrated, significance, theme and role in India’s freedom struggle
Gandhi Jayanti 2026 Theme, History: October 2 marks the 157th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, whose leadership, Satyagraha and commitment to non-violence played a major role in India’s freedom struggle. The day is observed as a national holiday in India and is also recognised by the United Nations as the International Day of Non-Violence, highlighting Gandhi’s enduring global legacy.
Gandhi Jayanti 2026 Speech: What to say on October 2? Short and long English speeches
Gandhi Jayanti 2026 Short Speech: Students can use these English speeches for school assemblies and special programmes marking Mahatma Gandhi’s 157th birth anniversary on October 2. The collection includes short, two-minute and five-minute speeches covering Gandhi’s life, role in India’s freedom struggle, philosophy of non-violence, Satyagraha and the values students can apply in everyday life.
Martyrs, women and underground rebels: How Ahmedabad played key role in India's freedom struggle
Ahmedabad significantly contributed to India's freedom struggle during the Quit India Movement. Students Umakant Kadia and Vinod Kinariwala became martyrs for their bravery. Women leaders actively distributed publications and organized nationalist demonstrations. Mahatma Gandhi's Dandi March began from Ahmedabad's Sabarmati Ashram in 1930. Underground resistance leaders coordinated activities from Khadia Vyayam Shala.
Modi, Merz engage in 'kite diplomacy'; German Chancellor pays tributes to Mahatma Gandhi
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited Ahmedabad, paying homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Sabarmati Ashram and emphasizing the enduring relevance of his teachings. Merz later joined Prime Minister Narendra Modi to inaugurate Gujarat's International Kite Festival, flying kites together and experiencing local culture.
PM Modi, German Chancellor Merz pay tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Sabarmati Ashram
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited Ahmedabad. They paid homage at Sabarmati Ashram. The leaders then inaugurated the International Kite Festival. Bilateral engagements followed at Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar. They reviewed the India-Germany strategic partnership. Discussions included regional and global issues with business leaders.
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Supreme Court rejects Tushar Gandhi's plea against Sabarmati Ashram redevelopment project
The Supreme Court rejected a plea by Mahatma Gandhi's great-grandson, Tushar Gandhi, opposing the Sabarmati Ashram redevelopment project, citing a two-year delay. Gandhi argued that the project would alter the ashram's topography. The Gujarat government assured that the main ashram premises would remain unaffected. The Gujarat High Court had previously dismissed Gandhi's petition with similar reassurances.
Australian PM visits Sabarmati Ashram, says Gandhian values continue to inspire world
Albanese, who is on a four-day trip to India, was welcomed at the airport by Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, who also accompanied the visiting leader during the Ashram tour. Though it was not mandatory for visitors to remove footwear while walking on the open ground of the Ashram, the Australian PM did so out of respect for Mahatma Gandhi and the iconic place, said Ashram trustee Kartikeya Sarabhai.
Rahul Gandhi on Gujarat visit today; to address Cong booth-level workers, attend prayer meet at Sabarmati Ashram
Gandhi's visit to Gujarat comes two days before the party launches the 'Bharat Jodo Yatra' on September 7. The 3,500 km long foot march will cover 12 states and two Union Territories and will be completed in nearly 150 days.
British PM visits Sabarmati Ashram, gets Gandhi's book on how to live in London
Johnson landed in Gujarat earlier today for his two-day India visit. He was accorded a grand welcome at the airport in Ahmedabad.
Kejriwal, Mann visit Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad
Their visit to the BJP-ruled Gujarat is being seen as an attempt to prepare the groundwork for their party ahead of the state Assembly elections scheduled to be held by the end of this year.
Mahatma Gandhi's great-grandson Tushar challenges Sabarmati Ashram revamp plan in HC
On Wednesday, Tushar Gandhi, the son of Arun Gandhi, whose father Mani Lal was the Mahatma's third son, said in the PIL he has challenged the government's Rs 1,200-crore Gandhi Ashram Memorial and Precinct Development Project because it goes against the wishes and philosophy of the Father of the Nation.
PM Modi launches 'Azadi Ka Amrut Mahotsav', flags off Dandi march
PM said the 75th-anniversary celebrations will continue till August 15, 2023, adding "conscious efforts" have been made in the last six years to preserve the history of unsung heroes of the country.
PM to launch 'Azadi Ka Amrut Mahotsav' on Friday, flag off march from Sabarmati Ashram to Dandi
Addressing the media, the culture and tourism minister said the government has decided to organise a series of events to commemorate the 75th anniversary of India's Independence as 'Azadi Ka Amrut Mahotsav' from March 12, 2021, to August 15, 2022.
75 years of India's independence: PM to launch 'Amrut Mahotsav' on March 12
Mahatma Gandhi led the Dandi March, or Salt March, in 1930 from the Sabarmati Ashram till Dandi in Navsari as a non-violent protest against the British salt monopoly. The march was held from March 12, 1930 to April 6, 1930.
Republic-Day: Joint tour of Gandhi's Sabarmati Ashram and Israeli founding father's home inaugurated
"The monthly virtual tours, which will commence from February 2021, envisages deepening the understanding of different aspects of the lives of the founding fathers of both nations, including their sources of inspiration, their visions for the future of their peoples and the world, and the symbolism of their lifestyle, such as the choice of dress,"
All-religion prayer meet at Sabarmati Ashram on Gandhi Jayanti
An all-religion prayer meet was organised at the Sabarmati Ashram here on Friday morning on the occasion of 151st birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi with only a handful of people attending the event due to the coronavirus outbreak.
Trump visits Sabarmati Ashram, praises 'great friend' Modi
US President Donald Trump and his wife Melania on Monday tried their hands at spinning the 'charkha' (spinning wheel) at the Sabarmati Ashram here.
Donald Trump likely to squeeze in 15-min stopover at Sabarmati
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will accompany Trump to the Ashram, which is closely associated with Mahatma Gandhi and India's freedom struggle, in the midst of their joint roadshow from the international airport, Ahmedabad Police Commissioner Ashish Bhatia said.
Sabarmati Ashram ready to welcome Donald Trump amid doubt over visit
US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in a roadshow from the Ahmedabad airport on Monday. The two leaders will later address the 'Namaste Trump' event at a newly-built cricket stadium in Motera area here, according to the schedule announced by the Gujarat government.
Preparations on for 22 km Trump-Modi roadshow in Ahmedabad
The Ahmedabad Mayor said this may possible be the longest roadshow in the city for a visiting dignitary. As per the route plan given to the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) by authorities, Trump and Modi will first reach the Sabarmati Ashram, a place closely associated with Mahatma Gandhi, from the international airport.
President Trump to attend roadshow, 'Howdy Modi'-like event in Ahmedabad
During his visit to Modi's home state Gujarat, Trump along with the Indian prime minister would participate in a grand roadshow, planned along a 10-km decked-up stretch from the Ahmedabad airport to the Sabarmati Ashram, saurces said.
Red carpet welcome awaits Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu in Ahmedabad
Around 50 stages will be erected on the roadside along the stretch and people from different states of the country will welcome Netanyahu.
PM Narendra Modi visits Sabarmati Ashram, says it enlightened human race
PM Narendra Modi was here to take part in the centenary celebrations of the Sabarmati Ashram, which was home to Gandhiji from 1917 to 1930.
Quick Getaway: Head to Gandhi Ashram in Sabarmati or Madalpetti near Karnataka this summer
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8,500 letters received by Mahatma Gandhi to be published by Sabarmati Ashram
The publishing of letters received by Gandhiji would bring to the fore the exchanges between him and the greats of his time.
Plan a quick getaway to Sabarmati Ashram in Gujarat or Karnataka's Attiveri Bird Sanctuary
ET-Travel suggests you take a casual day off at work to make the most of an extended weekend in the month of March. Here's where you can head to...
Chinese President Xi's India Visit: Narendra Modi gifts copy of Gita in Chinese to Xi at Sabarmati Ashram
Later, Xi paid homage to an idol of Gandhi there. Modi also explained Gandhi's writings in Hindi and English, to the Chinese President on the occasion.
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