October 2nd is the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, the founder of the Non-Violence movement.
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Pioneers Dedication Ceremony
The dedication of a Mahatma Gandhi monument took place on Saturday, October 3, 2009. The monument is the central focus of Gandhi Park. Following the dedication was a celebration festival of Indian and Asian activities with foods, music and dances.
Gandhi monument in front of the Historic Mecklenburg County Courthouse in uptown Charlotte.
Audience enjoys the dedication of the Gandhi monument at the new Gandhi Park.
Mecklenburg County Chair Jennifer Roberts cuts the ribbon dedicating the new Gandhi Park.
Gandhi monument in uptown Charlotte.
(from left to right) Nancy Carter, Charlotte City Council; Jennifer Roberts, Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners; and Garry Gobind Bhojwani, president of Charlotte Asian Heritage Association.
Garry Gobind Bhojwani, president of Charlotte Asian Heritage Association.