Grand Celebrations Mark Ambedkar Jayanti at His Birthplace in Mhow

April 14, 2026 10:26 AM

Grand Celebrations Mark Ambedkar Jayanti at His Birthplace in Mhow

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Tuesday paid tributes to Bharat Ratna Dr Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar on his birth anniversary, recalling his enduring contribution to social justice and nation-building. In a post on social media platform X, the Chief Minister described Dr Ambedkar as a pioneer of equality and a key architect of modern India. He said Babasaheb’s emphasis on education and equal rights played a vital role in advancing women’s empowerment and strengthening the foundation...

Stock markets closed on April 14 for Ambedkar Jayanti

April 14, 2025 3:09 PM

Stock markets closed on April 14 for Ambedkar Jayanti

Indian stock markets are closed on Monday on account of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti, which commemorates the birth anniversary of Babasaheb Ambedkar, born on April 14, 1891. Every year, this day is observed as a public holiday across the country. Schools, banks, and several government offices remain closed in honour of the social reformer and architect of the Indian Constitution. Indian equity markets ended the past week with gains after a very volatile start.   The week began with a sharp sel...