India observes the 78th death anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, commemorated as Shaheed Diwas (Martyrs' Day). In 1948, Gandhi was assassinated by Nathuram Godse, a Hindu nationalist who fired three bullets at point-blank range during a prayer meeting at Birla House. The nation pays tribute with a two-minute silence at 11:00 AM to honor Bapuās legacy of Ahimsa (non-violence) and the sacrifices of all freedom fighters.
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