Happy Gandhi Jayanti! October 2 is observed as Gandhi Jayanti to commemorate Mahatma Gandhi on his birth anniversary. He is known as the ‘Father of Nation’ or ‘Bapu’ who led India to fight against the British through non-violent means. The day is marked as the International Day of Non-Violence by the United Nations to spread the values of the non-violent freedom fighter. Observe the national holiday by sharing Gandhi Jayanti wishes, inspirational quotes & images with your friends and family.1