Gandhi Jayanti Marks The Birth Anniversary Of Mahatma Gandhi. Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi Was Born On October 2, 1869. This Year Marks His 154th Birth Anniversary. October 2 Is Observed As A National Holiday. Popularly Known As Bapu, He Played A Significant Role In India’s Freedom Struggle. Mahatma Gandhi Is Known As The ‘Father Of The Nation’. Watch The Video To Know More.