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Tributes pour in on Ambedkar Jayanti; 'indelible contributions', says PM

A key architect of India's Constitution, Ambedkar is regarded as an icon, especially by Dalits, for his relentless work for social reforms and empowerment of the disadvantaged sections of society.

B R Ambedkar, Dalit icon
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid tributes to B R Ambedkar on his 131st birth anniversary, saying it is a day to "reiterate our commitment to fulfilling his dreams".

In a tweet, he said Ambedkar has made indelible contributions to India's progress.

Tributes to Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar on his Jayanti. He has made indelible contributions to India’s progress. This is a day to reiterate our commitment to fulfil his dreams for our nation. pic.twitter.com/mLTgmJ8tNi
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 14, 2022


Today, on Ambedkar Jayanti, paid tributes to

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