The day is also celebrated as International Day of Non-Violence. Mahatma Gandhi who was born in India on October 2, 1869, is regarded as one of the greatest proponents and practitioner of non-violent protest for civil liberties.
The Honourable Olivia Grange, Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport participates in this year’s Garlanding Ceremony held in recognition of the 150th anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi’s birth at the Jamaica Library Services Headquarters in Kingston earlier today (Tuesday). Also photographed are: His Excellency, M. Sevala Naik, India’s High Commissioner to Jamaica (left) and Gopal Lal Sharma, representative, High Commission of India, Kingston.
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The day is also celebrated as International Day of Non-Violence. Mahatma Gandhi who was born in India on October 2, 1869, is regarded as one of the greatest proponents and practitioner of non-violent protest for civil liberties.
Let’s go re-ignited towards a great future for Jamaica with renewed faith, courage and dedication.
Olivia Grange