Indian-American Congressman introduces bipartisan resolution celebrating Mahatma Gandhi's 150th anniversary

Indian-American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi introduced a resolution in the US House of Representatives celebrating Mahatma Gandhi's 150th birth anniversary and legacy. Introducing the resolution yesterday, Krishnamoorthi said Mahatma Gandhi's dedication to public service is an inspiration, and even when faced with incredible hardships and injustice, he never wavered in the fight for freedom,



dignity and equality for all.

The resolution was cosponsored by a bipartisan group of 14 other lawmakers. India's Ambassador to the United States Harsh Vardhan Shringla welcomed the resolution. He said the resolution emphasised the influence of Gandhi's teachings on civil rights leaders around the world including Dr Martin Luther King.