Archive · 3 Oct 2025
Bill Gates & Others Commemorate Gandhi's Birthday
Events were held in multiple cities on October 2, 2025, to honor Mahatma Gandhi's birthday.
Bill Gates spoke at a Seattle event, praising India's leadership and noting its potential to improve lives.
Celebrations featured Indian culture and performances.
Local leaders and the Indian-American community participated.
Commemorative events were also held in New York and Washington D.C., with discussions on Gandhi's life and values.
Events commemorated Gandhi Jayanti and the International Day of Non-Violence.
Bill Gates praised India's innovation and leadership.
Celebrations were held in Seattle, Bellevue, New York, and Washington D.C.
Local government leaders and the Indian-American community participated.
Events featured Indian cultural performances and discussions on Gandhi's legacy.
- Who
- Bill Gates, Indian-American community, Indian diaspora
- What
- Commemorated Mahatma Gandhi's birth anniversary and celebrated Indian culture.
- When
- October 2, 2025
- Where
- Seattle and Bellevue, Washington; New York; Washington D.C.
- Why
- To commemorate Mahatma Gandhi's birth anniversary and celebrate Indian culture.
- Event
- Gandhi Jayanti Celebrations
- Location
- Seattle, Bellevue, Washington; New York; Washington D.C.
- Date
- October 2, 2025
- Keynote Speaker
- Bill Gates, Jonathan Granoff
- Event Host
- Consulate General of India in Seattle, Gates Foundation, Indian Embassy
- Attendees
- Bill Gates, Washington State and Seattle City government leaders, Indian-American community, Indian diaspora
Sources
'India A Global Innovation Leader': Bill Gates At Seattle Event On Gandhi Jayanti
India pioneers solutions to improve lives across Global South: Bill Gates on Gandhi Jayanti
Bill Gates lauds India's rise as 'global leader in innovation'