Saskatoon's street corners are adorned with art and sculptures of famous people in the city's history. Soon a bronze sculpture of a famous international peace-maker will be added to the city's collection.
Some people find it a bit odd that a statue of Mahatma Gandhi should join a group that includes Gordie Howe, Gabriel Dumont and Ray Hnatyshyn.
In the spirit of friendship, and at the request of Indian community, the Government of India has given a bronze sculpture of Ghandi to all the people of Saskatoon.
Dr. Prakash Sulakhe is the chairman of the Gandhi Statue Committee. "The influence of Gandhi's philosophy has transcended geographical borders," he says.
The bust is in Vancouver waiting for its pedestal to be built.
In a few weeks the double life size image of Gandhi will be set up in front of the CIBC bank in downtown Saskatoon.
The Gandhi Statue Committee must raise nearly $20,000 to install and maintain the bust.
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