DEOMALI, OCT 2:

The International Day of Non-Violence was observed at Deomali on Friday with the participation of the Subdivisional Administration, Heads of Departments, students and the public.

The programme was organised to commemorate the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi and promote the values of non-violence, peace, cleanliness and social harmony.

The programme began with floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi, followed by a rendition of Ram Dhun by students of Government Higher Secondary School (GHSS) Deomali. Deomali Additional Deputy Commissioner administered the Non-Violence Pledge, while the Assistant Commissioner administered the Swachhata Pledge.

Speaking on the occasion, Brahma Kumari Bidya Behen underlined the importance of inner peace as the foundation for building a peaceful society.

Deomali Swachhata Ambassador and National Teachers’ Awardee 2024 Jyoti Panka stressed the importance of cleanliness in building a healthy, disciplined and developed nation. She emphasised that a cleaner society begins with individual responsibility and inner transformation.

A Sarva Dharma Prarthana Sabha was also organised, reflecting the secular and inclusive spirit of the observance. People from different faiths came together to pay floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi and reaffirm their commitment to non-violence, peaceful coexistence, mutual respect and communal harmony.

Prizes and certificates were presented to winners of various literary events organised as part of the Non-Violence Week.

The observance witnessed active participation from students and the public and highlighted the relevance of Gandhian values of peace, compassion, respect, self-discipline and harmonious coexistence. (DIPR)