Gandhi Jayanti and Lal Bahadur Shastri Jayanti Celebration at SJC

12 October 2025

On the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti and Lal Bahadur Shastri Jayanti, the Principal, staff, and students of St Joseph’s College, Hassan, paid tribute to two of India’s greatest leaders — Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri.

The celebration was a reminder of the timeless values of truth, non-violence, simplicity, discipline, and unity championed by these national icons. The inspirational words of Mahatma Gandhi — “Our greatest ability as humans is not to change the world, but to change ourselves” — and Lal Bahadur Shastri — “Discipline and united action are the real source of strength for the nation” — set the tone for the day’s reflection.

Fr Maxim Dias SJ, Fr Olvin Veigas SJ, Mr Rangegowda and Mr Mohan Kumar spoke at the occasion.

The college community came together to honor their legacy and reaffirm its commitment to uphold the ideals of peace, harmony, and service to the nation. Mr Rangegowda DB and Mr Mohan Kumar, the faculty at SJC along with NSS committee members organized the event.