London (UK): The Indian High Commission in London has expressed outrage over the recent vandalism of Mahatma Gandhi’s statue at Tavistock Square. Described as “shameful” and “violent”, the act comes just three days before the International Day of Nonviolence.
In an official post on X, the High Commission said:
“@HCI_London is deeply saddened and strongly condemns the shameful act of vandalism of the statue of Mahatma Gandhi at Tavistock Square in London. This is not just vandalism, but a violent attack on the idea of nonviolence and on the legacy of the Mahatma.”
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The mission also confirmed active coordination with local authorities to restore the statue: “@HCI_London has taken this up strongly with local authorities for immediate action, and our team