North Dakota unveiled its first-ever life-size statue of Mahatma Gandhi at Peace Park in Bismarck, marking a milestone in India-US ties. The ceremony was attended by local dignitaries and Indian-American community members, with school students singing Gandhi's favourite hymns to celebrate his message of peace, non-violence and harmony.

North Dakota: The first-ever life-size statue of Mahatma Gandhi in North Dakota was unveiled at Peace Park in Bismarck on Thursday (local time), marking a significant milestone in India-North Dakota friendship and highlighting the enduring message of peace, non-violence and harmony.

The landmark occasion brought together First Lady Kjersti Armstrong, Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring, other local dignitaries and members of the Indian-American community.

The Consulate General of India in Seattle announced the unveiling in a post on X, describing the occasion with the words, "Mahatma debuts at Peace Park: North Dakota's First Gandhi Statue!"

It further stated that the first-ever life-size statue of Mahatma Gandhi in North Dakota was unveiled at Peace Park in Bismarck, marking a "special milestone in India-North Dakota friendship."