Sculpted in bronze, the Mahatma Gandhi statue at the Parliament House emanates a quiet power. It’s a striking 16-foot-tall depiction of Gandhi in a meditative pose, a stark contrast to the usual portrayals of him in motion. The Mahatma Gandhi statue wasn’t always meant to reside here. Originally intended for the canopy near India Gate, it found its home at the Parliament in 1993. The location was deliberate. As parliamentarians leave the building, they pass by Gandhi’s serene figure, a reminder of peace and reflection. This Mahatma Gandhi statue was created by Ram V. Sutar, the same artist who sculpted the 27-foot replica at the Vidhana Soudha in Karnataka. Interestingly, this Parliament House statue has become a focal point for protests, particularly by opposition members. It’s a testament to Gandhi’s enduring legacy, a symbol of dissent and the ongoing struggle for justice. The statue’s meditative pose stands in silent contrast to the often-turbulent political activity it witnesses, a powerful reminder of Gandhi’s philosophy of peaceful resistance within the heart of India’s democracy.
Frank Anthony Public School
Did you ever imagine a school named after a single person? Right here before us stands the Frank Anthony Public