Bapu's spinning wheel

Bapu's spinning wheel, known as the "charkha," symbolizes Mahatma Gandhi's philosophy of self-reliance and simplicity. During India's struggle for independence from British rule, Gandhi promoted the charkha as a means for Indians to spin their own cloth, or khadi, reducing reliance on imported goods. This act represented economic independence and empowerment, fostering community and self-sufficiency. The spinning wheel became an emblem of resistance against colonialism and a tool for social change, encouraging citizens to participate in the freedom movement through everyday actions. Today, it stands as a powerful symbol of self-sustainability and grassroots activism.