Amit Shah, Yogi Adityanath Pay Tributes To Dr BR Ambedkar On Birth Anniversary

Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath paid glowing tributes to Bharat Ratna Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar on Sunday, marking his birth anniversary with heartfelt messages that highlighted his lasting impact on India’s democratic fabric.

Taking to the social media platform X, Amit Shah lauded Ambedkar’s lifelong dedication to uplifting the marginalized and establishing a just society.

“Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar, who laid the foundation of social revolution on the basis of education, equality, and justice, remained committed to the rights of the deprived throughout his life,” Shah wrote.

He emphasized that by drafting a Constitution rooted in equality, freedom, and fraternity, Ambedkar provided India with a powerful democratic framework.

“Babasaheb’s thoughts continue to inspire us in our pursuit of justice and equality,” Shah added.

Yogi Adityanath Reflects On Ambedkar’s Democratic Vision

Echoing similar sentiments, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath described Ambedkar as a ‘living school of democracy’.

In his tribute, also shared on X, CM Adityanath referred to Ambedkar as a unifying force for India.

“He was all-inclusive, benevolent to all, and enriched the spirit of ‘One India, Great India’,” he said.

The Chief Minister praised Ambedkar’s tireless efforts in advocating for an egalitarian society, noting that his legacy continues to inspire generations.

A Legacy Of Reform And Resistance

Born on April 14, 1891, as the youngest of 14 children, Dr Ambedkar rose from humble beginnings to become one of India’s most revered social reformers and intellectuals.

In 1936, he founded the Independent Labour Party, championing the rights of the depressed classes and laborers.

Furthermore, he never shied away from criticizing superficial reforms.

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In 1938, he publicly opposed the Congress Party’s move to rename the ‘untouchables’ without addressing their systemic issues.

His outspokenness and clarity of vision earned him widespread respect.

Constitutional Architect And Political Pioneer

In 1942, Ambedkar joined the Executive Council of the Governor General of India as a Labour Member.

Four years later, he entered the Constituent Assembly and played a pivotal role in drafting the Indian Constitution.

That same year, he published Who Were the Shudras?, a groundbreaking exploration of caste dynamics in India.

Post-Independence, Dr Ambedkar served as the first Law Minister in Jawaharlal Nehru’s cabinet.

However, he resigned in 1951, citing disagreements over policies on Kashmir, foreign affairs. And delays in implementing the Hindu Code Bill, a landmark reform in personal laws.

Enduring Influence

Decades after his death, Dr Ambedkar’s vision continues to shape modern India.

His principles of justice, equality, and fraternity remain central to the nation’s democratic ethos.

On his birth anniversary, tributes from across the political spectrum underscore his unmatched contribution to the Indian Republic and the ongoing relevance of his ideals.