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Gandhi Ashram Trust: A Sanctuary of Peace

Explore the Gandhi Ashram Trust in Noakhali, a historic site dedicated to peace, rural development, and Mahatma Gandhi's legacy in Bangladesh.

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The Gandhi Ashram Trust in Noakhali, Bangladesh, stands as a memorial to Mahatma Gandhi's work promoting peace and social harmony. It offers visitors a glimpse into his efforts to quell communal violence in the region during the pre-partition era and continues to promote rural development.

A brief summary to Gandhi Ashram Trust

  • Monday 9 pm-12 am
  • Tuesday 9 pm-12 am
  • Wednesday 9 pm-12 am
  • Thursday 9 pm-12 am
  • Friday 9 pm-12 am
  • Saturday 9 pm-12 am

Local tips

  • Visit during the cooler months (November to March) for a comfortable experience.
  • Check the opening hours of the Gandhi Memorial Museum in advance, as it is closed on Sundays.
  • Dress respectfully when visiting the ashram, as it is a place of historical and cultural significance.
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Getting There

  • Road

    To reach the Gandhi Ashram Trust from Dhaka, take a bus or car to Noakhali city. Then, hire a local transport such as a rickshaw or taxi to reach the ashram, which is located about 25 km north of Noakhali District Sadar Maijdi Court, adjacent to Joyag Bazar in Sonamuri. The road can be crowded. Taxi fare from Dhaka to Noakhali is approximately 4,684 BDT.

  • Train

    To reach the Gandhi Ashram Trust from Dhaka, you can take a train from Biman Bandar to Noakhali. From the Noakhali train station, take local transport to the ashram. Train tickets range from $1-13.

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The Gandhi Ashram Trust, also known as Ambika Kaliganga Charitable Trust, is a philanthropic organization in Noakhali, Bangladesh, established in 1946, inspired by Mahatma Gandhi’s visit in 1947. The Ashram is dedicated to upholding Gandhi's philosophy of rural development, peace, and social harmony. It serves as a memorial to Gandhi's efforts to quell communal riots in the area before the partition of India. Barrister Hemanta Kumar Ghosh, a local zamindar, donated his land and property to establish the ashram. Gandhi established a primary education center at the ashram, later known as the Gandhi Memorial Institute. The museum preserves over 100 pictures of Gandhi's visit to Noakhali, along with items he used and his published writings. Today, the Gandhi Ashram Trust works to improve living standards, focusing on education, women's empowerment, and providing clean drinking water. Visitors can explore the Mahatma Gandhi Museum, view historical artifacts, and purchase local handicrafts. The ashram is open from 9 AM to 5:30 PM daily, except on Sundays.

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