Telangana CM Revanth Reddy and BRS leader KTR paid tribute to BR Ambedkar on his 135th birth anniversary. National leaders, including PM Modi and President Murmu, also honoured the architect of the Indian Constitution, lauding his legacy.
Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Tuesday, April 14, attended the 135th birth anniversary celebrations of B. R. Ambedkar held at Tank Bund. On the occasion of Ambedkar Jayanti, BRS working president K. T. Rama Rao also paid floral tributes to Bharat Ratna Dr. B. R. Ambedkar’s portrait at Telangana Bhavan.
National Leaders Pay Homage in Delhi
Earlier, Vice President CP Radhakrishnan and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday paid tribute to Bharat Ratna Dr BR Ambedkar at Prerna Sthal in the Parliament premises. Alongside Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiran Rijiju, and Congress national president Mallikarjun Kharge, other leaders also paid tribute to Babasaheb.
Sharing an X post, PM Modi said that his efforts towards nation-building are “deeply motivating.”Tributes to Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar on his birth anniversary. His efforts towards nation-building are deeply motivating. His life and work continue to inspire generations to build a just and progressive society,” PM Modi wrote.
President Murmu Extends Greetings
Furthermore, on the eve of Ambedkar Jayanti, President Droupadi Murmu also extended greetings to fellow citizens and paid tribute to the architect of the Indian Constitution. The President has said, “On the occasion of the birth anniversary of Babasaheb Doctor Bhimrao Ambedkar, the Chief Architect of the Indian Constitution and the great social reformer, I pay my respectful homage to him.”
Describing Ambedkar as a jurist, economist, profound thinker, legal scholar and a strong advocate of an egalitarian social system, President Murmu highlighted his lifelong contribution to nation-building and social justice.
The President further added, “He dedicated his life to the upliftment of the deprived and vulnerable sections of society and made historic contributions in their favour. He not only showed the path to eliminate inequalities but also played a leading role in strengthening India’s democratic values and constitutional rights. Ambedkar prioritised women’s education and their rights. His multifaceted contributions will continue to inspire future generations to play an active role in the service and development of the country.”
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