Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday paid tribute to Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar on Mahaparinirvan Diwas, recalling his enduring contributions to justice, equality and constitutional values.
The Prime Minister said Ambedkar’s unwavering commitment to human dignity and democratic principles continues to shape India’s national journey.
Sharing his thoughts on X, PM Modi wrote: “Remembering Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar on Mahaparinirvan Diwas. His visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to justice, equality and constitutionalism continue to guide our national journey. He inspired generations to uphold human dignity and strengthen democratic values. May his ideals keep lighting our path as we work towards building a Viksit Bharat.”
Dr Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, popularly known as Babasaheb, was an eminent Indian jurist and social reformer best known as the chief architect of the Constitution of India. He dedicated his life to fighting caste discrimination and advocating for the rights of Dalits and other marginalised communities.
Dr Ambedkar passed away on December 6, 1956, and was posthumously awarded the Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian honour, in 1990. His birthday, April 14, is celebrated annually as Ambedkar Jayanti.
