30th January marks Mahatma Gandhi's Nirvan Din – Gandhiji's Martyr Day. On this very day each year, the High Commission of India (UK) hold an observance of Mahatma Gandhi's death anniversary where people pay their respects at his statue, which was unveiled at Tavistock Square Garden, London, on 17th May 1968.
On this occasion, a solemn programme of floral tributes as well as speeches from reputable dignitaries were held. The Publisher/Editor of Asian Voice/Gujarat Samachar, CB Patel was also present to pay tribute to the Father of the Nation and shared a heartfelt speech.
