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Gujarat CM, President Murmu Honor Ambedkar's 135th Birth Anniversary in Gandhinagar

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel paid floral tributes to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar at the state Legislative Assembly and a statue complex in Gandhinagar. The event saw participation from the public, students, and state officials including Speaker Shankar Chaudhary. President Droupadi Murmu, on a visit to Gujarat, also paid homage to Ambedkar's portrait at Lok Bhavan. The day was marked by speeches recalling Ambedkar's role as the principal architect of the Indian Constitution.

Key Points: Gujarat CM, President Pay Tribute to Ambedkar on Birth Anniversary

  • Floral tributes at Assembly & statue
  • Public gatherings with 'Jai Bhim' slogans
  • President Murmu paid homage at Lok Bhavan
  • School students highlighted Ambedkar's legacy
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Gujarat CM pays tribute to B.R. Ambedkar on 135th birth anniversary in Gandhinagar

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel and President Droupadi Murmu led tributes to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar on his 135th birth anniversary in Gandhinagar.

"paying homage to the principal architect of the Indian Constitution - Official Report"

Gandhinagar, April 14

Gujarat Chief Minister, Bhupendra Patel, on Tuesday paid floral tributes to Dr B.R. Ambedkar on his 135th birth anniversary, as commemorative events were held across the state capital with significant public participation.

Patel began the day by offering flowers to an oil portrait of Ambedkar at the podium of the state Legislative Assembly.

He later garlanded a full-size statue of Ambedkar at the Dr Ambedkar Statue Complex at Prerna Bhoomi, located opposite the Assembly complex, paying homage to the principal architect of the Indian Constitution.

Students from Rangoli International School delivered a speech highlighting key moments from Ambedkar's life and legacy.

The Chief Minister also joined members of the public at Central Vista Garden, where the birth anniversary was marked by large gatherings.

The venue echoed with slogans of "Jai Bhim" as people paid their respects.

Among those present were Legislative Assembly Speaker Shankar Chaudhary and state Education Minister Pradyuman Vaja, along with members of the Council of Ministers, MLAs, Assembly officials, organisational representatives and citizens.

School students and religious leaders were also in attendance, collectively remembering Ambedkar's contribution to nation-building.

Meanwhile, President Droupadi Murmu paid floral tribute to Ambedkar's portrait at Lok Bhavan during her visit to Gujarat. Governor Acharya Devvrat also offered homage on the occasion.

Senior officials from both the Centre and the state government were present and paid their respects, recalling Ambedkar's enduring contribution to the Constitution and the nation.

Patel is scheduled to attend the convocation ceremony of Rashtriya Raksha Shakti University (RRU) at Lavad in Dehgam taluka of Gandhinagar district at 5 P.M., which will also be attended by the President.

President Murmu's engagements in Gandhinagar on Tuesday are part of her four-day visit to Gujarat and Maharashtra from April 13 to 16, during which she is attending a series of academic and commemorative programmes.

On Monday, she attended the inaugural convocation of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in Rajkot, where she addressed graduating students and presented degrees.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Good to see the CM and other leaders paying respects. But the real tribute would be to implement his vision more effectively on the ground, especially in education and eradicating discrimination.
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Aman W
Involving school children is a brilliant move. The younger generation must know about the architect of our Constitution. His life story is an inspiration for every Indian.
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Sarah B
As someone relatively new to India, learning about Dr. Ambedkar's role has been fascinating. The Constitution he helped create is truly remarkable. Respectful ceremonies like this are important.
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Karthik V
The President and Governor also paying homage shows the national importance of the day. Babasaheb's principles of liberty, equality, and fraternity are needed now more than ever. A fitting tribute in Gandhinagar.

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