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Gandhi Jayanti Observed Across India
India observed Gandhi Jayanti on October 2, marking the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. President Murmu and Prime Minister Modi paid homage to Gandhi at Rajghat. Prime Minister Modi stated that the significance of the day for the nation is widely known. Banks and the stock market were closed for the holiday, though other services remained open. Several outlets also shared wishes, inspirational quotes, and speech ideas related to Gandhi Jayanti.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
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- Centre (6 votes, 7 outlets): Hindustan (Hindi), Jansatta · The Financial Express (Indian Express Group — 1 vote), Mathrubhumi English, NDTV, The Free Press Journal, The Tribune
- Right (1): Zee News (Hindi)