Latest Ambedkar Jayanti News & Updates

Bengaluru, April 16 (IANS) The Karnataka BJP on Thursday expressed confidence that the Congress will extend its support, ensuring equal opportunities for women in lawmaking.Speaking to the media at the BJP state office, Jagannath Bhavan, in Bengaluru, BJP leader and MLC N. Ravikumar said that B.R. Ambedkar had envisioned equal rights and opportunities for all in the country. He also recalled Ambedkar’s belief that educating a woman is like opening a school, adding that Prime Minister Narendra …

New York, April 15 (IANS) B.R. Ambedkar’s concept of constitutional morality can strengthen multilateralism in a world beset by conflicts and political fragmentation, according to India’s Permanent Representative P. Harish.Speaking at the Ambedkar Jayanti observance here on Tuesday, he said that the Indian Constitution’s architect’s vision of morality and law, when applied to multilateralism, can help in reforming the UN and revitalise it.The Jayanti observed here on the 135th birth annive…

Lakhimpur Kheri (Uttar Pradesh), April 15 (IANS) The situation remained tense in Uttar Pradesh’s Lakhimpur Kheri on Wednesday following clashes that broke out a day earlier after the alleged vandalism of a statue of B.R. Ambedkar in the Bankeganj area. According to officials, tensions escalated on Tuesday evening after the statue was reportedly damaged, leading to a confrontation between locals and the police. The incident occurred on the occasion of Ambedkar Jayanti in the Bankeganj area under …

Jaipur, April 14 (IANS) Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Tuesday launched a sharp attack on the Congress, accusing it of disrespecting B.R. Ambedkar and failing to honour his legacy on time.​ Addressing a public gathering, Sharma alleged that the Congress not only denied Ambedkar due political opportunities but also delayed conferring the country’s highest civilian award, the Bharat Ratna, upon him. ​He said, “Ambedkar was a towering figure and deserved the Bharat Ratna much…

New Delhi, April 14 (IANS) On the 135th birth anniversary of Dr B.R. Ambedkar, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday visited the Ambedkar Memorial and paid floral tributes, describing Baba Saheb as the pillar on which the strong structure of Indian democracy stands today. Speaking to reporters, CM Gupta said, “Baba Saheb was the pillar of India on which the strong structure of Indian democracy stands today. He laid the foundation of our democracy, and his contributions will be remembered…

Gandhinagar, April 14 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu paid floral tribute to Dr B.R. Ambedkar at Lok Bhavan in Gandhinagar on Tuesday, marking his birth anniversary during her official visit to Gujarat.President Droupadi Murmu offered flowers to the portrait of Dr Ambedkar, regarded as the architect of the Indian Constitution, during a commemorative event held at the Governor’s official residence.Governor Acharya Devvrat also paid homage to Dr Ambedkar on the occasion, joining senior officials…

Patna, April 13 (IANS) Amid intense political speculation in Bihar over a possible leadership change, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar made a notable visit to Saran, inspecting key infrastructure projects even as discussions about his potential resignation gather momentum. Defying the ongoing political buzz, Nitish Kumar toured development sites under the scorching sun, reviewing the progress of the Patna-Bettiah Greenfield Expressway at the Bakarpur–Manikpur four-lane stretch on Monday.His presenc…

New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday issued a detailed public message titled ‘Yogi Ki Pati’ (Yogi’s note/letter), a day ahead of B.R. Ambedkar’s birth anniversary, urging citizens to adopt the ideals of the Constitution’s chief architect and promote education in everyday life.In a post on X, CM Yogi wrote, “April 14 marks the sacred birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna Babasaheb Dr Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar Ji… through whose vision millions of peo…

New Delhi, April 9 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday underscored the urgent need for reservation for women in legislative bodies, describing it as a transformative step that would make India’s democracy more vibrant and participative. In an Op-Ed and a series of posts on social media platform X, the Prime Minister called for unity among Members of Parliament to ensure the timely passage of the long-pending legislation. Highlighting the importance of the proposed reform, the Prime…

New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) BJP President Nitin Nabin convened a crucial virtual meeting with Chief Ministers of BJP-ruled states, state unit presidents, and senior national office-bearers to strategise the effective rollout and public awareness of the ‘Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam’ (Women’s Reservation Act). The deliberations centred on amendments aimed at facilitating the early implementation of 33% reservation for women in the Lok Sabha and state legislative assemblies, potentially from the…