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Mumbai�मुंबई : On the occasion of Mahatma Gandhi's birth anniversary, members of the film industry paid heartfelt tributes on social media remembering the contributions of the great leader. Actor Sanjay Dutt shared a picture from his film 'Lage Raho Munna Bhai' and wrote, “Celebrating Bapu's wisdom, non-violence and spirit of Gandhigiri on this Gandhi Jayanti.”

With 'Lage Raho Munna Bhai', Rajkumar Hirani reminded the audience of various aspects of Gandhism and the values ​​of Gandhi in a subtle, humorous yet sarcastic manner. Actress Kriti Kharbanda also extended her wishes on Instagram.

Earlier on Wednesday morning, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla paid tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on the occasion of his 155th birth anniversary at Rajghat in the national capital.

Prime Minister Modi paid heartfelt tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on his birth anniversary in a post on Instagram. He emphasized the lasting impact of Bapu's life and ideals based on truth, harmony and equality and said that these principles will continue to inspire the people of the country. On behalf of all the countrymen, tribute to respected Bapu on his birth anniversary. His life and ideals based on truth, harmony and equality will always remain an inspiration for the countrymen. PM Modi said in a post on Instagram.

PM Modi also paid tribute to former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri on his birth anniversary. A post on Twitter read, “Respectful tribute to former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri, who dedicated his life for the country's soldiers, farmers and self-respect, on his birth anniversary.” Gandhi Jayanti is celebrated every year as the birth anniversary of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi. , also known as the 'Father of the Nation'. The whole country pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on this day and it is marked as a national holiday. Born on 2 October 1869 in Porbandar city of Gujarat, Mahatma Gandhi or Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi adopted non-violent resistance and with utmost patience remained at the forefront of the freedom struggle against colonial British rule. As a result India finally gained its independence in 1947. (ANI)