Lucknow: BJP MLA from Sarojini Nagar Rajeshwar Singh joined Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in paying floral tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at GPO Park in Hazratganj on his 157th birth anniversary. Singh reaffirmed his commitment to Gandhi’s ideals of truth, non-violence and Swadeshi.Singh said Gandhi’s message of peace and non-violence was more relevant than ever amid conflicts in different parts of the world, including Ukraine, the Middle East, Gaza, Sudan, Yemen, Myanmar and Ethiopia’s Tigray region. He said wars destroy lives, livelihoods and opportunities, while lasting peace is essential for development and humanity’s secure future.He said Gandhi’s emphasis on truth was equally important in an era of misinformation and mistrust. Singh also highlighted Gandhi’s vision of Swadeshi, saying support for Khadi, local artisans and village industries could strengthen self-reliance.
