Celebration of birth centenary of Cuban leader Fidel Castro in Dharwad
Members of various organizations in Dharwad, India, gathered to celebrate the birth centenary of Cuban leader Fidel Castro. The event featured discussions on Marxist principles, the history of the Cuban Revolution, and the country's socialist development.
Why it matters
It highlights the enduring influence of international socialist figures on local political discourse and grassroots activism in India.
Members of Niranjan Vedike and other organisations celebrated the birth centenary of Cuban leader Fidel Castro in Dharwad on August 28.
B.R. Manjunath, president of Samakalina Vedike, spoke about the history of the ‘Cuban Revolution’ and its significant features. He said that the greatest lesson from that revolution was how to apply Marxism in different situations. He explained the communist principles adopted by leaders like Fidel Castro and Che Guevara.
Journalist Siddanagouda Patil recalled his visit to Cuba and meeting with Mr. Castro. He spoke of Cuba’s achievements in various fields, and about the struggle to build a socialist society.
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