On April 5, 1930, Mahatma Gandhi, along with a group of followers, reached the coastal village of Dandi in the state of Gujarat, India, to initiate the Salt Satyagraha, also known as the Salt March or Dandi March. This historic event marked a significant moment in India's struggle for independence from British colonial rule.
The Salt Satyagraha was a nonviolent protest against the British-imposed salt tax, which heavily burdened the Indian population, particularly the poor. Gandhi and his followers marched for about 240 miles (386 kilometers) from Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad to Dandi, symbolically breaking the British monopoly on salt production by making salt from the seawater along the coast.
The Salt March gained widespread attention both within India and internationally, highlighting the injustice of British colonial policies and demonstrating the power of nonviolent resistance as a tool for social and political change. The movement inspired millions of Indians to join the struggle for independence and played a crucial role in mobilizing public support against British rule.
The Salt Satyagraha was a pivotal moment in the Indian independence movement, leading to increased momentum for the fight against British imperialism and ultimately contributing to India's eventual independence in 1947. Mahatma Gandhi's leadership and commitment to nonviolent resistance during the Salt March solidified his status as one of the most influential figures in world history.
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