Upholding the legacy of Mahatma Whose Life was His message

The art work, ‘You I Could not Save, Walk with Me’, is a collaborative effort of artist Murali Cheeroth, currently Kerala Lalithakala Akademi Chairman, photographer Sudheesh Yezhuvath, poet P N Gopikrishnan, and human geographer and urbanist Jayaraj Sundaresan, Organised as part of Edam, it is on display at Cube Art Spaces, Bazaar Road, Mattancherry.

Central Theme:
Inspired by Albert Einstein’s famous words about Gandhi — “Generations to come will scarce believe that such a one as this ever in flesh and blood walked upon this earth.”

Exhibition:
- Title: “You I Could Not Save, Walk With Me”.
- Venue: Cube Art Spaces, Bazaar Road, Mattancherry.
- Collaborative creators: Murali Cheeroth (Kerala Lalithakala Akademi Chairman), Sudheesh Yezhuvath (photographer), PN Gopikrishnan (poet), and Jayaraj Sundaresan (human geographer/urbanist).

Focus:
Gandhi’s last two years of life, his struggles against communal violence, and his unwavering commitment to truth, non-violence, and compassion.

Installations & Visuals:
- Large screens depicting the trial of Gandhi’s assassins.
- Symbolic displays of guns and writings highlighting the tragedy of his assassination.
- Photographs, poetry, and conversations reflecting Gandhi’s simplicity and depth.

Historical Context:
- Gandhi’s peace efforts during Direct Action Day (1946), Noakhali riots, and Bihar violence are revisited.
- His ability to restore peace through humaneness and dialogue is emphasized.

Message:
The exhibition warns against misrepresentation and erasure of Gandhi’s legacy, urging society to remember his relevance in today’s world of war, hatred, and division.

Significance
This Biennale project is not just art—it’s a living archive of Gandhi’s philosophy, reminding us that his principles of Ahimsa (non-violence) and Satya (truth) remain vital in confronting modern crises.