Food habits that made a Mahatma
Published on: Feb. 1, 2026, 4:19 a.m. | Source: Daily Excelsior
Ashok Ogra ashokogra@gmail.com As the nation observed January 30 as Martyrs Day, it was also a moment to reflect on Mahatma Gandhi simple food habits and the discipline that shaped his life. Historians estimate that Gandhi walked about 79,000 km-roughly equal to circling the earth twice over 35 years. This translates to nearly 18 km every single day. He believed that this simple daily routine played a crucial role in keeping him physically fit and mentally alert. Fasting was another […]
