President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to Dr. BR Ambedkar with floral tributes, marking his 134th birth anniversary.
The Chief Justice of India, DY Chandrachud, also honored the iconic figure at the Supreme Court premises, while Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar paid respects at Ambedkar's statue within the Parliament premises.
"Extending my warm greetings and best wishes to all fellow citizens on the occasion of Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar's birth anniversary, the esteemed architect of our Constitution and a distinguished nation builder," President Murmu expressed in a social media post on X (formerly Twitter).
Vice President Dhankhar, in his tribute to Dr. BR Ambedkar, highlighted the latter’s significant role in spearheading social transformation towards forging a more egalitarian India. He highlighted Dr. Ambedkar’s institutional contribution through a constitutional framework that upholds the rule of law, civil liberties, gender equality, and the empowerment of marginalized communities.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi also honored Dr. BR Ambedkar with a tribute. In a tweet posted on X, he wrote, “Respectful tributes to the architect of the Indian Constitution and warrior of social justice, Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar ji on his birth anniversary. His courage, his knowledge, and contribution in strengthening democracy are his legacy that will continue to inspire us in every struggle for the nation"
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