Nonviolence Goes Global Again at Gujarat Vidyapith

Gujarat Vidyapith, the university founded by Mahatma Gandhi in 1920, has announced the revival of its international residential course on “Gandhian Nonviolence: Theory and Application.” The program, which had been on hold for the past few years, will once again open its doors to students from India and abroad from the next academic year.

The course is designed to teach Gandhian principles such as truth, nonviolence, self-reliance, and conflict resolution in both personal and societal contexts. Participants will learn not only through classroom instruction but also through field visits, community engagement, and practical workshops on peace-building and sustainable living.

Officials at Vidyapith said the revival of the program comes at a time when global conflicts and rising social tensions make Gandhian philosophy more relevant than ever. By attracting students from across the world, the university hopes to foster intercultural dialogue and promote peaceful approaches to problem-solving.

The course has historically drawn participants from the United States, Europe, Africa, and Asia. With its relaunch, Gujarat Vidyapith aims to once again position itself as a hub for global peace studies rooted in the enduring values of Mahatma Gandhi.