Programme on ‘Gandhi, Music, and the Plurality of Civilisation’ held in Bengaluru

Bengaluru university hosts programme on Gandhi, music, and civilizational plurality, urging students to embrace Gandhian ideals and constitutional values.

As part of the 78th Martyrs’ Day (Sarvodaya Day), the Gandhi Study Centre of Dr. Manmohan Singh Bengaluru City University organised a special programme titled “Gandhi, Music, and the Plurality of Civilisation” on January 30 at the Jyothi Auditorium, Central College campus in Bengaluru. 

Explaining the objective, Prof. D. Jeevan Kumar, Managing Trustee of Sarvodaya International Trust, highlighted the role of music in India’s freedom movement and Gandhi’s use of bhajans to promote inter-faith harmony. 

Vice-Chancellor Prof. B. Ramesh urged students to uphold constitutional values through Gandhian ideals.

Renowned vocalist Dr. K. S. Vaishali paid a musical tribute with classical compositions reflecting India’s plural ethos during a special programme titled 'Gandhi, Music, and the Plurality of Civilisation', organised as part of the 78th Martyrs’ Day (Sarvodaya Day), at the Jyothi Auditorium, Central College campus in Bengaluru on January 30, 2026.  | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement

Renowned vocalist Dr. K. S. Vaishali paid a musical tribute with classical compositions reflecting India’s plural ethos.

A photo exhibition on Gandhiji’s life was organised, floral tributes were offered, and a two-minute silence was observed.