Remembering the Dandi March: A Symbol of Courage and Independence

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to participants of the 1930 Dandi March, led by Mahatma Gandhi. He described the event as a pivotal moment in India's struggle for freedom. The march, opposing the British salt tax, spurred a nationwide independence movement and continues to inspire courage and sacrifice.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday honored those who joined the historic Dandi March, a seminal event led by Mahatma Gandhi in 1930. Modi called it a defining chapter in the freedom movement, emphasizing its pivotal role in India's quest for independence.

In 1930, Gandhi initiated the march from Sabarmati Ashram to Dandi in defiance of the British salt tax, sparking a national movement. Modi remarked that the courage, sacrifice, and commitment to truth and non-violence of the participants continue to inspire generations.

The march received widespread popular support and marked a key moment in India's independence struggle, deeply resonating with those committed to the ideals of self-reliance and freedom.

(With inputs from agencies.)