|
|
1944 |
January |
After 14 |
In message to Vijayalakshmi Pandit, asked her
"to remember that henceforth Mr. Pandit would live
in her actions". |
|
1944 |
January |
24 |
In letter to Secretary, Home Department,
Government of Bombay, exercised his "right to make
representation" against detention order served on
him. |
|
1944 |
January |
26 |
Talk with Devdas Gandhi regarding Ayurvedic
treatment for Kasturba Gandhi. |
|
1944 |
January |
26 |
Chhaganlal Gandhi, Jaisukhlal Gandhi and Ramdas
Gandhi with his daughter met Gandhi. |
|
1944 |
January |
27 |
In letter to Secretary, Home Department,
Government of India, Gandhi asked for Dr. Dinshaw
Mehta’s treatment and Kanu Gandhi’s nursing for
Kasturba Gandhi. |
|
1944 |
January |
28 |
Talk with Ramdas Gandhi. |
|
1944 |
February |
11 |
In a note to Inspector-General of Prisons,
Gandhi absolved the Government from responsibility for
any untoward result following the change over to
Ayurvedic treatment for Kasturba Gandhi. |
|
1944 |
February |
14 |
In letter to Inspector-General of Prisons,
sought permission for Vaidyaraj Shiv Sharma’s stay
in Aga Khan palace. |
|
1944 |
February |
16 |
In letter to Inspector-General of Prisoners,
proposed three alternatives (I) to permit Vaidyaraj
Shiv Sharma to stay in the palace, (ii) to release
Kasturba Gandhi on parole, (iii) if neither was
accepted, to transfer his elsewhere. |
|
1944 |
February |
21 |
In cable to Shirinbai Jalbhoy Rustomjee,
Durban, informed that Kasturba was "slowly going" and
that Manilal and Sushila should "continue their
work". |
|
1944 |
February |
22 |
Kasturba Gandhi passed away at 7.35
p.m. |
|
1944 |
February |
22 |
Gandhi dictated instructions to
Inspector-General of Prisons for Kasturba Gandhi’s
funeral at 8.07 p.m. |
|
1944 |
March |
4 |
In letter to Additional Secretary, Home
Department, Government of India, wanted to "be removed
to any regular prison" in order to save expenses
which came from…taxes collected from the dumb
millions of India." |
|
1944 |
March |
4 |
In letter to Additional Secretary, Home
Department, Government of India, refuted Butler’s
statement in the House of Commons about facilities
afforded for Kasturba Gandhi’s treatment and her
funeral rites. |
|
1944 |
March |
9 |
In letter to Lord Wavell, criticized his speech
to Legislature on February 17. |
|
1944 |
March |
16 |
In letter to Ardeshir E. Kateli, refused to
avail himself of the restricted facility to reply to
condolence messages. |
|
1944 |
April |
1 |
In letter to Additional Secretary, Home
Department, Government of India, disproved
Government’s claim that "they did everything
possible" for Kasturba Gandhi. |
|
1944 |
April |
2 |
In letter to Additional Secretary, Home
Department, Government of India, rebutted Home
Secretary’s statement in the Council of State that
request for Vaidyaraj Shiv Sharma’s service was
made on February 9. |
|
1944 |
April |
9 |
In letter to Lord Wavell, appealed for
Government’s co-operation "with the people of India
through their elected representatives". |
|
1944 |
May |
3 |
In letter to Secretary, Home Department,
Government of India, said he would deny himself the
pleasure of meeting people "so long as the
Government restrict the permission only to
relatives". |
|
1944 |
May |
6 |
Prior to his release from detention, asked
Secretary, Home Department, Government of Bombay, to
acquire the plot where Mahadev Desai and Kasturba
Gandhi were cremated. |
|
1944 |
May |
6 |
Was discharged from detention at 8
a.m. |
|
1944 |
May |
6 |
As the car drove to Parnakuti, through of
Kasturba Gandhi and Mahadev Desai "She had been so eager
to get out of prison, yet I know she could not
have had a better death. Both she and Mahadev
Desai …have become immortal." |
|
1944 |
May |
6 |
Commenced evening prayer meetings where
collections were accepted for Harijan Welfare
Fund. |
|
1944 |
May |
10 |
Accepted Presidentship of Kasturba Gandhi
National Memorial Trust. |
|
1944 |
May |
11 |
In Juhu, at Jehangir Patel’s shack, attended
prayer meeting. |
|
1944 |
May |
11 |
Adhered to restrictions on interviews,
meetings, etc. on medical advice. |
|
1944 |
May |
14 |
Commenced fortnight’s silence. |
|
1944 |
May |
Before 15 |
In telegram, informed Inayatullah Khan,
readiness for talks with Jinnah. |
|
1944 |
May |
17 |
Listened to Manohar Barve’s music. |
|
1944 |
May |
19 |
Visited dock area which was damaged by
explosion. Called on Mangaldas Pakvasa, who was
ill. |
|
1944 |
May |
20 |
In letter to V.S. Srinivasa Sastri offered
condolence on death of V.S. Ramaswami Sastri. |
|
1944 |
May |
20 |
In letter to M.R. Jayakar, said "The country
expects much from me…I cannot withdraw the August
resolution…." |
|
1944 |
May |
23 |
Called on G.L. Mehta’s daughter who was
ill. |
|
1944 |
May |
25 |
Gave message to China through a group of
Chinese. |
|
1944 |
May |
26 |
In the afternoon, listened to Bade Gulam Ali
Khan’s rendering of bhajans. |
|
1944 |
May |
28 |
Gave message in writing to Christians who
offered prayers at his place. |
|
1944 |
May |
29 |
Broke silence at 3 p.m. |
|
1944 |
May |
30 |
Observed partial silence; called on Yusuf
Meherally |
|
1944 |
June |
8 |
In Juhu, appealed to people who had
gate-crashed into the compound to disperse
quietly. |
|
1944 |
June |
9 |
In letter to T.B. Sapru, assured him that he
would not make any hasty statement. |
|
1944 |
June |
9 |
In letter, advised Aruna Asaf Ali to come out
and surrender herself and not to die
underground. |
|
1944 |
June |
9 |
In letter to Annada Babu Chowdhary, said
"Secretary is a sin and symptom of violence…all
underground activity is taboo." |
|
1944 |
June |
9 |
Discussion with H.P. Mody. |
|
1944 |
June |
10 |
Gandhi distributed to friends copies of his
correspondence with Government, as also his reply to
Congress Responsibility for the Disturbances,
1942-43. |
|
1944 |
June |
11 |
Discussion with H.P. Mody. |
|
1944 |
June |
12 |
Gandhi gave message in writing to Bombay
Keraleeya Samaj, whose members offered prayers at his
place and presented him with a purse of
Rs.501. |
|
1944 |
June |
12 |
Silent interview to journalists. |
|
1944 |
June |
15 |
After observing silence for a couple of hours,
Gandhi left for Juhu at 7.55 a.m.; boarded Poona Express
at a level crossing between Kurla and Sion,
accompanied by Dr. Sushila Nayyar, Dr. Gajjar, Dr.
Gilder and Mayor Nagindas T. Master. In Poona, put
up |
|
1944 |
June |
17 |
In letter to Viceroy, renewed request for
permission to meet Working Committee members; also
expressed willingness to meet the addressee
anywhere at his convenience. |
|
1944 |
June |
20 |
Interview to Stuart Gelder of News
Chronicle. |
|
1944 |
June |
22 |
Viceroy turned down Gandhi’s request; consented
for publication of correspondence between
them. |
|
1944 |
June |
29 |
Gandhi spoke in Hindustani to Maharashtra
Congress representatives. |
|
1944 |
June |
30 |
With Gandhi’s approval, C. Rajagopalachari
telegraphically informed Jinnah of the decision to
publish his Formula and the latter’s rejection of
it. He, however, appealed to Jinnah to reconsider
the decision. |
|
1944 |
July |
4 - 6 |
Gandhi gave interview to Stuart
Gelder. |
|
1944 |
July |
12 |
In telegram to Sadanand, apologized for
publication of unauthorized report of interview to
Gelder. |
|
1944 |
July |
12 |
Issued statement on interview to Gelder along
with two notes giving details about
discussions. |
|
1944 |
July |
13 |
In interview to the Press, declared that he had
never said that august resolution had lapsed. |
|
1944 |
July |
14 |
In answer to a question, expressed willingness
to resume publication of Harijan without any
restraint. |
|
1944 |
July |
14 |
In interview to the Press, appealed for fair
treatment to detenus who were released; answered
criticisms of some congressmen. |
|
1944 |
July |
15 |
In letter to Editor, Free Press Journal,
protested against publication of complaint against him
without consulting him. |
|
1944 |
July |
15 |
In interview to the Press, explained difference
between Cripps Plan and his own. |
|
1944 |
July |
16 |
In statement to the Press, declared that
restrictions on detenus were "degrading". |
|
1944 |
July |
17 |
In letter to Jinnah, asked for time for their
meeting. In letter to Winston Churchill, said "I
…ask you to trust and use me for the sake of your
people and mine and through them those of the
world." |
|
1944 |
July |
19 |
In interview to the Press, expressed confidence
that independence was a certainty. |
|
1944 |
July |
20 |
In interview to the press, answered questions
of Cavalcade. |
|
1944 |
July |
22 |
In interview to United press of India,
elucidated his view that military control may remain in
the hands of the Viceroy and the
Commander-in-Chief. |
|
1944 |
July |
22 |
Pacified a few excited Hindus of the Hindu
Rashtra Dal who staged black-flag demonstration at
prayer meeting. |
|
1944 |
July |
23 |
In interview to the press, denied Sind Home
Minister’s allegation that "subversive movement had
been restarted throughout India." |
|
1944 |
July |
24 |
Jinnah invited Gandhi for talks at his
residence in Bombay in mid-August. |
|
1944 |
July |
26 |
Gandhi gave interview to the Press on Lord
Munster’s speech in the House of Commons. |
|
1944 |
July |
27 |
In letter to Lord Wavell, said that Lord
Munster’s speech "may serve as a basic for mutual
friendly discussion". |
|
1944 |
July |
27 |
Discussion with Panchagani citizens. |
|
1944 |
July |
28 |
In statement to the press, Gandhi explained
views against sabotage and secrecy. |
|
1944 |
July |
28 |
In the House of Commons, Amery said that
Gandhi’s proposals "do not form even the starting
point for a profitable discussion". |
|
1944 |
July |
29 - 30 |
Gandhi had discussion with Bombay Congress
leaders about august 9 celebrations. |
|
1944 |
July |
30 |
In letter to P.C. Joshi, asked for further
clarifications. Interview to News Chronicle on
Amery’s statement. |
|
1944 |
July |
30 |
Interview to the Press on debate in the House
of Commons. |
|
1944 |
August |
1 |
Gandhi left Panchgani after a month’s
stay. |
|
1944 |
August |
2 |
In Bombay; gave interview to Daily
Worker. |
|
1944 |
August |
3 |
Reached Sevagram. |
|
1944 |
August |
5 |
Issued statement to Press on how to celebrate
9th of August. |
|
1944 |
August |
5 |
Gave interview to Shyama Prasad
Mookerjee. |
|
1944 |
August |
7 |
Gave interview to United press of
India. |
|
1944 |
August |
8 |
Issued statement to Press. |
|
1944 |
August |
9 |
Inaugurated 60-minute mass spinning in
connection with August 9 celebrations in
Sevagram. |
|
1944 |
August |
9 |
Had discussion with T.B. Sapru. |
|
1944 |
August |
10 |
Discussed Rajaji Formula with Bengal
Congressmen. |
|
1944 |
August |
15 |
Gave interview to Duty Society
Deputation. |
|
1944 |
August |
Before 17 |
Gave interview to Associate Press of India on
his correspondence with Viceroy. |
|
1944 |
August |
30 |
Sent message for All-India Students’
Federation. |
|
1944 |
August |
31 |
In statement to press appealed to people to
pray for success of his talks with M.A.
Jinnah. |
|
1944 |
September |
1 |
Addressed A.I.S.A. meeting. |
|
1944 |
September |
2 |
Addressed A.I.S.A. meeting. |
|
1944 |
September |
3 |
Gave statement to Press. |
|
1944 |
September |
3 |
Addressed A.I.S.A. meeting. |
|
1944 |
September |
5 |
Presided at A.I.V.I.A. meeting. |
|
1944 |
September |
6 |
All-India Hindu Students’ Federation delegation
picketed Gandhi’s hut in Sevagram to protest
against his meeting M.A. Jinnah. Gandhi assured them
that he would not do anything without consulting
Bengal. |
|
1944 |
September |
9 |
Reached Bombay. |
|
1944 |
September |
9 |
Met M.A. Jinnah; talks began. |
|
1944 |
September |
11 |
Discussion continued. |
|
1944 |
September |
11 |
Gandhi spoke at prayer meeting. |
|
1944 |
September |
12 to 15 |
Talks with Jinnah continued. |
|
1944 |
September |
16 |
Talks continued. |
|
1944 |
September |
16 |
Gandhi addressed prayer meeting. |
|
1944 |
September |
17 and 18 |
Talks with Jinnah continued. |
|
1944 |
September |
19 |
Talks continued. |
|
1944 |
September |
19 |
In prayer speech Gandhi warned people against
speculations both in Indian and foreign Press. |
|
1944 |
September |
20 to 23 |
Talks with Jinnah continued. |
|
1944 |
September |
24 |
Talks continued. |
|
1944 |
September |
24 |
Gandhi in statement to Press rejected remours
regarding disbandment to Sevagram Ashram. |
|
1944 |
September |
25 and 26 |
Talks with Jinnah continued. |
|
1944 |
September |
27 |
At prayer meeting Gandhi announced breakdown of
talks with Jinnah. |
|
1944 |
September |
28 |
Gave statement to Press on breakdown of
talks. |
|
1944 |
September |
29 |
Gave interview to News Chronicle on failure of
talks. |
|
1944 |
September |
30 |
In afternoon left for Sevagram. |
|
1944 |
October |
1 |
Reached Sevagram. |
|
1944 |
October |
2 |
Gandhi’s birthday celebrated. |
|
1944 |
October |
2 |
Gandhi addressed Kasturba National Memorial
Trust meeting; received purse of Rs.80 lakhs. |
|
1944 |
October |
7 |
Started discussion with Shrikrishnadas Jaju
regarding reorientation of All-India Spinners’
Association. |
|
1944 |
October |
8 |
Discussion continued. |
|
1944 |
October |
10 |
Discussion continued. |
|
1944 |
October |
10 |
Gandhi sent congratulations to Raja of Phaltan
on introduction of full responsible
Government. |
|
1944 |
October |
11 |
Through press acknowledged birthday greetings.
Discussion with Shrikrishnadas Jaju continued. |
|
1944 |
October |
12 |
Discussion continued. |
|
1944 |
October |
13 |
Gandhi had discussion with Shrikrishnadas
Jaju. |
|
1944 |
October |
14 |
Concluded discussion with Shrikrishnadas
Jaju. |
|
1944 |
October |
16 |
Wrote foreword to The Gandhian Plan of Economic
Development for India. |
|
1944 |
October |
22 |
Wrote "Hints for Workers on Constructive
Programme" for conference of congressmen to be held at
Bombay on October 28. |
|
1944 |
October |
22 |
Issued statement to Press regarding Syed
Mahmud’s release and his correspondence with Viceroy
and appealed to Congressmen not to ostracize
him. |
|
1944 |
October |
On or after 22 |
Had discussion with friends about his proposed
fast. |
|
1944 |
October |
23 |
Gave statement to Press on proposed
fast. |
|
1944 |
October |
25 |
In letter to T.B.Sapru suggested convening of
conference to examine "Pakistan issue" |
|
1944 |
October |
26 |
Had talk with Mridula Sarabhai on proposed
fast. |
|
1944 |
October |
Before 27 |
Had discussion with representatives of
Hindustani Talimi Sangh. |
|
1944 |
October |
29 |
In statement to Press said that fast would be
unnecessary if exploitation and injustice were
destroyed. |
|
1944 |
October |
29 |
Gave interview to N.G. Ranga. |
|
1944 |
November |
On or before 2 |
Had discussion with H.J. Khandekar. |
|
1944 |
November |
7 |
Blessed marriage of Abha and Kanu
Gandhi. |
|
1944 |
November |
Before 9 |
In talk with Gulzarilal Nanda stated "If
everyone does his duty it is possible that fast may
not come." |
|
1944 |
November |
10 |
Addressed Hindustani Talimi Sangh
meeting. |
|
1944 |
November |
12 |
Sent message for Jawaharlal Nehru’s birthday
celebration in London. |
|
1944 |
November |
17 |
Sent message for "Majur Din" of
Ahmedabad. |
|
1944 |
November |
19 |
Inaugurated Basic Education Teachers’ Training
Camp. |
|
1944 |
November |
27 |
In statement clarified objects and work of
Hindustani Prachar Sabha. |
|
1944 |
November |
28 |
Gave interview to N.G. Ranga. |
|
1944 |
November |
Before 29 |
Sent message to Allahabad Students’
Conference. |
|
1944 |
November |
30 |
Felt fatigued and weak, decided to talk
rest. |
|
1944 |
December |
1 |
Addressed trustees of A.I.S.A. |
|
1944 |
December |
1 |
Through press conveyed his decision to take
complete rest and "discontinue all public activities"
from 4th to 31st December. |
|
1944 |
December |
2 |
Attended A.I.S.A. meeting. |
|
1944 |
December |
3 |
Attended A.I.S.A. meeting. |
|
1944 |
December |
11 |
Visited samadhi of Jamnalal Bajaj. |
|
1944 |
December |
12 |
Visited Leper Ashram. |
|
1944 |
December |
25 |
Sent message on Christmas Day. |
|
1944 |
December |
30 |
Romain Rolland died in
Switzerland. |
