In NYT op-ed, Modi praises Gandhi

Mahatma Gandhi had a “unique ability” to become a bridge between some of the greatest contradictions in human society and he continues to give courage to millions globally, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Gandhi’s 150th birth anniversary.
In an op-ed ‘Why India and the World Need Gandhi’ in The New York Times published on October 2, Modi wrote about the relevance of Gandhi in today’s world.
Gandhi Is The Best Teacher Modi said Gandhi is the best teacher to guide the world community. “From uniting those who believe in humanity to furthering sustainable development and ensuring economic self-reliance, Gandhi offers solutions to every problem,” he wrote.
Also Read Bye-bye Father of the Nation Gandhi—Nation has a new father The prime minister said that Gandhi gave the world the “doctrine of trusteeship” and envisioned a world where every citizen has dignity and prosperity.
Modi Quotes Martin Luther King Modi quoted various leaders around the world including Martin Luther King and Nelson Madella to signify the stature of the Father of India in the world.
He began his article by quoting Luther King, who in 1959 said that “To other countries, I may go as a tourist, but to India, I come as a pilgrim.” Modi said Gandhi was a “guiding light whose inspiration” brought Luther King to India.