Gandhi’s message of peace carries renewed urgency amid current rising tensions in the world, UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres said as he called on the global community to follow the Mahatma’s lead to heal divisions and advance diplomacy.

The UN Chief’s message was conveyed during a special commemorative event organised here on Thursday by the Permanent Mission of India to the United Nations on the occasion of International Day of Non-Violence, observed on October 2, the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi.

In his message, the UN Chief said that the world today is witnessing a “troubling” erosion of “our shared humanity.” “On this International Day of Non-violence, we honour the life and legacy of Mahatma Gandhi and his unwavering commitment to peace, truth and dignity for all. Gandhi not onl

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