This year marks the 100th anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi's first visit to Bihar, a significant event that played a crucial role in the Indian freedom struggle. The Bihar government is gearing up to commemorate this historic event with a series of year-long activities and celebrations.
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- Mahatma Gandhi's journey to Bihar was initiated by the plea of Raj Kumar Shukla, an indigo cultivator. Shukla sought Gandhi's intervention in the plight of the farmers who were being oppressed by the British, compelled to grow indigo against their will.
- Gandhi's first step in Bihar was at the then Bankipore railway station, now known as Patna Junction. The station is planning to pay tribute to this historic visit and Gandhi's influence on Bihar's capital.
- In alignment with the centenary celebrations, the Bihar Tourism Department aims to highlight the Gandhi path, promoting the values and principles that Gandhi stood for during the Satyagraha movement.
- The celebrations are not limited to the capital city. A plethora of activities, including seminars, workshops, and exhibitions, are planned across various locations, from Patna to Motihari, the district headquarters of East Champaran.
