On 6 November 1913, Mahatma Gandhi was arrested in South Africa for leading a courageous march of Indian miners, protesting oppressive labour laws and discriminatory treatment.
Defying unjust regulations, Gandhi organised and inspired hundreds to march across the Natal border, risking their freedom to demand basic rights and dignity.
His arrest, however, only amplified the movement’s resolve, shedding light on the racial injustices faced by Indians in the British colony.
This pivotal moment marked a profound milestone in Gandhi's development of nonviolent resistance, which would later become central to his leadership in India’s own struggle for independence.
