Gandhiji organised the Indian community in South Africa and asked them to forget all distinctions of religion and caste. He suggested the formation of an association to look after the Indian settlers and offered his free time and services. Fondly called Bapu and the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi was considered an architect of the Indian freedom struggle through non-violence. His philosophy of satyagraha, dignity of labor, and social justice continue inspiring the entire world. Gandhiji ’s message of ‘Do or Die’ engulfed millions of Indians. Gandhiji and other Congress leaders were imprisoned in Aga Khan Palace near Pune. This period in prison was of bereavement for Gandhiji . He first lost his trusted secretary and companion Mahadev Desai on 15th August 1942. Gandhiji 's Satyagraha influenced eminent personalities such as Nelson Mandela and Martin Luther in their struggle for freedom, equality, and social justice.
