Chennai, Oct 2:
Chief Minister and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam president Vijay on Friday paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on his 157th birth anniversary, recalling his principles of non-violence, simplicity, honesty, humanity, equality and social harmony.
In a post on X, Vijay described Gandhi as a great leader who astonished the world through the “great weapon” of non-violence and played a historic role in India’s freedom struggle. He also paid tribute to Gandhi’s patriotism and life of sacrifice.
Vijay said Gandhi had spread love and brotherhood across the world by making simplicity, honesty, humanity, equality and social harmony the guiding principles of his life.
He called for fulfilling Gandhi’s dreams by building a society where peace, harmony and brotherhood flourish, while protecting the unity and integrity of the country.
“Let us continue our journey of victory on the righteous path shown by him,” Vijay said.