Kasturba Gandhi

Kasturba Gandhi (Kasturbai Makhanji Kapadia) an Indian independence activist, social reformeress, political activist.

Wife of Mahatma Gandhi.

She joined Gandhi in India’s fight for freedom, taking part in protests like the Dandi Salt March and getting arrested for her role.

She promoted women’s education, hygiene, and health awareness, and fought against untouchability with Mahatma Gandhi.

She also encouraged women to take part in public life and helped build equality and discipline in ashrams like Sabarmati Ashram.

In india, Her birthday was designated as National Safe Motherhood Day.
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