Chennai: Governor Banwarilal Purohit inaugurated a photo and digital exhibition on ‘Mahatma Gandhi – Life History’ at Puratchithalaivar Dr M G R Bus Terminus, Koyembedu (CMBT) on Wednesday to mark the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.
The Governor said, “The aim of the exhibition is to create awareness and disseminate details about the life and message of Mahatma Gandhi. There are so many facets of Gandhiji’s contribution to the nation which need elaboration.”
“Millions of people know him as the person who brought freedom to India. A greater number is aware that the path of truth and non-violence that he practiced was unique. In world history, this spiritual path of virtue was never traversed before. It was a path of goodness – a path to which the common people could easily relate – a path that ensured success and above all a path that shines as a beacon light for the whole world,” said Purohit.
The Governor requested the common public to visit the exhibition in large numbers and share the experience to ensure better dissemination of the lofty values and exemplary ideals that Gandhiji stood for.
The exhibition is organised by the Regional Outreach Bureau of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. Additional Director General of the Bureau E Mariappan and Additional Chief Secretary to Governor R Rajagopal also participated.