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Om Birla Urges Youth to Embrace Gandhi, Shastri Ideals for Nation-Building
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News18•02-10-2026, 19:15
Om Birla Urges Youth to Embrace Gandhi, Shastri Ideals for Nation-Building
- •Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla urged youth to draw inspiration from Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri's ideals, public service, and commitment to the nation.
- •Birla highlighted Gandhi's philosophy of truth, non-violence, and Satyagraha, emphasizing its relevance for lasting change and facing adversity.
- •He encouraged students participating in the 'Know Your Leader' programme to study Gandhi's life for insight, courage, and perspective.
- •Birla recalled Shastri's simplicity, honesty, and the impactful "Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan" call, which guided the country during challenging times.
- •The Speaker stressed that success requires patience, ethical conduct, discipline, and determination, urging youth to prioritize social responsibility and contribute to a developed India.
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Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla addressed students participating in the 'Know Your Leader' programme at the Central Hall of Samvidhan Sadan.
Om Birla urged young people to draw inspiration from Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri, focusing on their ideals, public service, and commitment to the nation.
Birla highlighted Lal Bahadur Shastri's 'Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan' call, noting how it provided direction to the country during a challenging period and emphasized national and food security.
