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Politics
Former Minister Anil Joshi Pays Tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri in Amritsar
✍️ Amar Ujala · Amritsar
🗓 02 Oct 2026, 03:32 PM
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In a solemn ceremony in Amritsar, former Punjab minister Anil Joshi honored the legacies of Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri, reflecting on their impact on India's freedom struggle.
On Thursday, former Punjab minister Anil Joshi stood at the Amritsar Heritage Centre to pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri. The ceremony, attended by local dignitaries and party leaders, featured a flag‑raising and the playing of patriotic songs.
During his speech, Joshi reflected on the enduring influence of Gandhi’s non‑violent principles and Shastri’s leadership during the 1965 Indo‑Pak war. He urged citizens to uphold the values of unity and service that both leaders championed.
The tribute was part of a broader initiative by the party to commemorate national icons ahead of the upcoming national holidays. Joshi’s remarks resonated with the crowd, many of whom expressed admiration for the leaders’ vision.
Officials noted that the event highlighted the continued relevance of Gandhi and Shastri’s teachings in contemporary politics and encouraged young people to draw inspiration from their legacy.
During his speech, Joshi reflected on the enduring influence of Gandhi’s non‑violent principles and Shastri’s leadership during the 1965 Indo‑Pak war. He urged citizens to uphold the values of unity and service that both leaders championed.
The tribute was part of a broader initiative by the party to commemorate national icons ahead of the upcoming national holidays. Joshi’s remarks resonated with the crowd, many of whom expressed admiration for the leaders’ vision.
Officials noted that the event highlighted the continued relevance of Gandhi and Shastri’s teachings in contemporary politics and encouraged young people to draw inspiration from their legacy.