Madan Gopal Gandhi, a distinguished Indian civil servant, diplomat, and writer, has left an indelible mark on Indian society through his significant contributions and achievements. Known for his unwavering commitment to public service and his dedication to promoting peace and harmony, Madan Gopal Gandhi has played a vital role in shaping India’s political landscape and advocating for social justice. In this article, we will delve into the life and accomplishments of Madan Gopal Gandhi.
Born on October 4, 1923, in New Delhi, Madan Gopal Gandhi comes from a lineage of distinguished leaders. He is the son of Devdas Gandhi and Lakshmi Gandhi, and the grandson of Mahatma Gandhi, the iconic leader of India’s freedom struggle. Madan Gopal Gandhi grew up imbibing the values of nonviolence, social equality, and justice which were the hallmarks of his grandfather’s teachings.
Madan Gopal Gandhi’s illustrious career began in the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), where he served with utmost dedication and integrity. Throughout his tenure as a civil servant, he held various key positions, including District Magistrate, Commissioner, and Secretary to the Government. His commitment to public service was widely recognized, and he played a pivotal role in implementing policies that aimed to uplift marginalized sections of society.
Books:
- Sir Chhotu Ram: A Political Biography
- Gandhi and Marx
- Gandhian Aesthetics
- Modern Political Analysis
- Modern Political Theory
- Dialogue Among Civilizations
- Globalization: A Reader
- New Media: A Reader
- Gopal Krishna Gokhale: A Political Biography
- Creative Writing
- Kundalini
- Ashes and Embers
- Haikus and Quatrains
- Petals of Flame
- Luteous Serpent
- Meandering Maze
- Freak Stair
- Ring of Silence
- Enchanting Flute
- Shunayata in Trance
- The Imperiled Earth
- Ashtavakra Gita
- Dattatreya Gita
- Zen Gita
- Gayatri
- Guru Nanak’s Japuji – The Celestial Ladder (2010)
- Avadhut Gita (2017)
- Ewafe (2013)
- Kundalini Awakening (2013)
- Pravrajya Peals (2013)
- Planet in Peril (2014)
- Heavenly Hymns (2014)
- Intercontinental Anthology of Poetry on Universal Peace (2014)
- Burnished Beads (2015)
- Dervishes’ Dance (2016)
- Bonsai Blossom (2016)
- Arspoetica (2017)
- Umbilical Chords: Anthology of Parents (2015)
- Mandela Tributes (2014)
- Jora Sanko (2014)
