Maharashtra government on Wednesday declared December 6, on Friday, as a “local holiday" on the occasion of Dr. BR Ambedkar ’s Mahaparinirvana Diwas. Mahaparinirvan Diwas is a day to commemorate the death anniversary of Dr Ambedkar . He died on December 6, 1956, in Delhi. It is a day to reflect on Ambedkar ’s legacy and his contributions to Indian society. Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar , the visionary behind India's Constitution, continues to be honored on Ambedkar Jayanti . His relentless efforts against caste discrimination and for social justice leave a lasting impact on Indian society. Ambedkar Jayanti , also known as Bhim Jayanti , is observed on 14 April to commemorate the memory of B. R. Ambedkar, Indian politician and social reformer. It marks Ambedkar's birthday who was born on 14 April 1891. [2] The 134th Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti was celebrated on April 14, 2024 by Dr. Ambedkar Foundation (DAF) on behalf of the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Govt. of India near the statue of Babasaheb Dr. B.R. Ambedkar at the Parliament House Lawn. The celebration of Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti began with floral tributes by the President of India, Vice President, Prime Minister of India, Lok Sabha Speaker, other Ministers, Parliamentarians and many other dignitaries in the morning. The entire event ...
