Mahatma Gandhi Manuscript Sells for Record Rs 16.2 Crore at Saffronart Auction

Gandhi's daily notes on truth, ahimsa fetch record Rs 16.2 crore at auction

Saffronart auction house sold 688 autographed reflections by Mahatma Gandhi, written to freedom fighter Anand T Hingorani, for Rs 16.20 crore. The sale set a world record for an Indian historical document sold at an auction.

Gandhi’s set of daily reflections fetches Rs 16.2 crore at auction

‘A Thought for the Day’ consists of 688 dated reflections penned over 23 months

Mahatma Gandhi manuscript sells for record Rs 16.2 crore at Saffronart auction

Mahatma Gandhi's reflections on truth and service sold for a record Rs 16.20 crore. This collection of 688 autographed messages was sent to his associate Anand T Hingorani. The auction featured many other historical documents and personal items associated with Gandhi. These reflections offer a rare insight into Gandhi's personal life and principles. The sale highlights the enduring significance of Gandhi's legacy and writings.

Mahatma Gandhi's manuscript sells for record Rs 16.20 crore at Saffronart auction

A collection of 688 autographed reflections by Mahatma Gandhi, compiled into 'A Thought for the Day', was sold for a record Rs 16.20 crore at a Saffronart auction, becoming the world's most expensive Indian historical document sold at auction.

Mahatma Gandhis handwritten notes sell for record Rs 16.2 crore at Saffronart auction - The Tribune

A collection of 688 autographed reflections by Mahatma Gandhi on truth, ahimsa and service among other subjects to his close associate and freedom fighter Anand T Hingorani was sold for Rs 16.20 crore at a Saffronart auction, setting the world record for an Indian historical document sold at an auction.