Gandhian thought influencing global peace movements: Rajagopal

Bhagalpur, Oct 1 (UNI) Noted Gandhian thinker Rajagopal on Thursday said Gandhi's ideas of non-violence, peace, self-reliance and dialogue remained relevant to addressing global challenges marked by war, violence and destruction. Addressing a press conference organised by Disha Gramin Vikas Manch here on the eve of Gandhi Jayanti, Rajagopal said Gandhian thought continued to influence movements for peace and against nuclear weapons in different parts of the world. Referring to a campaign against nuclear weapons in Canada, he said Gandhi's ideas had an important place in such initiatives. He also referred to a peace conference held in Africa in August…