Archive · 2 Oct 2025
Gandhi Jayanti Celebrated in London After Statue Vandalism
On Gandhi Jayanti, people gathered in London to honor Mahatma Gandhi.
The statue of Gandhi in Tavistock Square, London, was recently damaged.
The statue's base was cleaned.
People came together for the annual event.
Speeches were given about Gandhi's message of peace.
The vandalism reminded people of why his message of peace is important.
Students performed Gandhi's favorite songs.
Floral tributes were also made.
It was a time to remember the importance of peace.
The Gandhi Jayanti ceremony was held at Tavistock Square in London.
The Mahatma Gandhi statue's base was restored after being vandalized.
The vandalism was reported to the Metropolitan Police.
The event included bhajans and a peace prayer.
The gathering paid tribute to the statue at Parliament Square.
- Who
- Indian High Commissioner, members of the India League, and the Mayor of Camden
- What
- Gandhi Jayanti ceremony and restoration of the Mahatma Gandhi statue after vandalism
- When
- October 2nd
- Where
- Tavistock Square, London
- Why
- To commemorate Gandhi's birth anniversary and celebrate his message of non-violence, especially in light of the recent vandalism.
- Event
- Gandhi Jayanti Commemoration
- Location
- Tavistock Square, London
- Statue
- Mahatma Gandhi
- Vandalism Reported
- Sunday evening
- Annual Gathering
- Included bhajans and peace prayer
- Investigation
- Met Police investigating vandalism as racially aggravated crime