On April 18, 1917, Mahatma Gandhi concluded his visit to Champaran in Bihar, where he had initiated the Champaran Satyagraha ten days earlier. During his time in Champaran, Gandhi investigated the grievances of the local farmers who were suffering under oppressive indigo farming practices enforced by British colonial planters. He organized peaceful protests, conducted surveys, and met with villagers to support their cause.
Gandhi's presence and advocacy in Champaran attracted national and international attention to the farmers' plight, leading to the formation of a commission to investigate their grievances. Ultimately, the Champaran Satyagraha resulted in significant reforms in the indigo farming system and improvements in the socio-economic conditions of the Champaran farmers.
Although Gandhi concluded his stay in Champaran on April 18, 1917, the impact of the Champaran Satyagraha reverberated far beyond that date. It marked a pivotal moment in India's struggle for independence and demonstrated the power of nonviolent resistance as a tool for social and political change.
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