Statue of M. Gandhi in London defaced with graffiti calling ‘Gandhi, Modi and Indians terrorists’

London (UK) – The statue of Mohandas Gandhi at Tavistock Square in London was defaced with spray paint, with vandals writing: “Gandhi, Modi and Indians are terrorists.”

Attack on Gandhi’s principle of non-violence – Indian High Commission

The Indian High Commission expressed its displeasure, stating that the incident not only desecrates the sanctity of the statue but also strikes at the principles of non-violence and peace that Gandhi stood for.

🚨 London: Mahatma Gandhi’s statue at Tavistock Sq. vandalised with hate-filled graffiti — “Gandhi, Modi & Indians are terrorists.”

🇮🇳 Indian High Commission in London strongly condemns vandalism.

This isn’t just hatred for Gandhi, but for India itself. 🇮🇳

Indians know well… pic.twitter.com/49DEoacE42

— Sanatan Prabhat (@SanatanPrabhat) September 30, 2025

The act, taking place just three days before the International Day of Non-Violence, is being taken seriously. The High Commission said it is working with local authorities to repair and safeguard the statue. British officials arrived at the site after being alerted, and local police have begun an investigation into the matter.

Editorial Perspective

This incident reflects not only hatred towards Gandhi but also hostility towards India. Indians are well aware of who in Britain harbours hatred against Prime Minister Modi and Indians !