Gandhi jayanti: PM Modi, Sonia Gandhi, other leaders pay respects at Rajghat

On the 152nd birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, several political leaders gathered at Rajghat on Saturday to pay homage to the Father of the Nation. In pic: Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays his respects. PM Modi tweeted this morning, "His noble principles are globally relevant and give strength to millions."

Paying homage, President Ram Nath Kovind said this morning, "It is a special day for all Indians to remember Gandhiji's struggles and sacrifice. Let us take a pledge that we will continue to strive for making India a country of Gandhiji's dreams while adhering to his teachings, ideals and values."

Vice-President Venkaiah Naidu said, "My respectful tributes to the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi Ji on his birth anniversary today. Universally revered as an apostle of peace and non-violence, Gandhiji was an embodiment of selfless service, kindness and compassion."

Congress president Sonia Gandhi pays her respects at Rajghat, the samadhi of Mahatma Gandhi in New Delhi.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi pays tributes. In a post on Twitter today, he said, "Only one Satyagrahi is enough for victory," in reference to the ongoing farmers' protest.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and his deputy Manish Sisodia were at Rajghat this morning too. "The thoughts of Mahatma Gandhi show the path of truth, non-violence and righteousness not only to India but to the entire global society."

Speaker Om Birla pays his respects to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat.