London: The Indian High Commission in London has strongly condemned the vandalism of Mahatma Gandhi's statue at Tavistock Square, terming it a shameful act that assaults the legacy of non-violence. The vandalism of Mahatma Gandhi's statue in London has drawn massive outrage, with the High Commission urging immediate action to restore the statue to its original dignity.

The Gandhi statue at Tavistock Square has stood for over half a century as a symbol of peace and resilience. Sculpted by artist Fredda Brilliant, it was unveiled on May 17, 1968, by then British Prime Minister Harold Wilson.

The statue portrays Gandhi seated in a meditative pose and has become an iconic landmark in London. For many years, especially during the 1970s and 1980s, the seated figure of Gandhi was used by state

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