Every year on 14 April, Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar’s birth anniversary is celebrated in our country. This day is also known as Bhima Jayanti. This day is celebrated in memory of Dr. Bhim Rao, the father of the Indian Constitution. It is celebrated as the birthday of Dr. Bhim Rao, the father of the Indian Constitution. Born in 1891, Ambedkar was not only the chief architect of the Indian Constitution, but also the first Law Minister of independent India. He was also a jurist, economist and social reformer. In such a situation, every year his birth anniversary is celebrated with full devotion and respect all over the country.
Ambedkar’s 135th birth anniversary will be celebrated everywhere on Monday 14 April. There will be a public holiday all over India on this day. Rallies and cultural programs are organized at various places on the occasion of Ambedkar Jayanti. Other speech programs are held in schools, colleges and government organizations. People pay floral tributes on their idols and pay their tributes. Let’s know the history and importance of Ambedkar Jayanti-
History of Ambedkar Jayanti
Ambedkar Jayanti was first celebrated on 14 April 1928 in Pune. Dr. Ambedkar was born in 1891 near Indore, which is now in Madhya Pradesh. The first public function of his birthday was organized on 14 April 1928 by activist Janardan Sadashiv Ranpisse in Pune. This initiative was initiated by social activist Janardan Sadashiv Ranpisay. Since then, this tradition continues every year and is still celebrated by Indian communities settled not only in India but also in many countries around the world.
Ambedkar was a social reformer.
After India got independence in 1947, BR Ambedkar became the first Law Minister of India. During his tenure, he played an important role in drafting various laws and social reforms. Ambedkar’s real surname was Ambawadekar, but his teacher Mahadev Ambedkar changed his name to Ambedkar in school documents. From the personality of Baba Saheb, who changed the labor law. In 1942, in the seventh session of the Indian Labor Council, the working hours were reduced from 12 hours to 8 hours.
Importance of Ambedkar Jayanti
The main objective of Ambedkar Jayanti is to spread the ideas of equality, brotherhood and justice in the society. Dr. Ambedkar’s contribution in the creation of the Constitution was the foundation for making India a modern, democratic and egalitarian nation. He took several important steps for the empowerment of women, backward classes and Dalit communities. As they say, ‘Be educated, organized and fight.’ This message still inspires people.
Dr. Ambedkar dedicated his life to end discrimination against untouchables and fight for the rights of women and workers, which is why his birth anniversary is also known as ‘Equality Day’.
Ambedkar drafted the constitution.
Ambedkar drafted the Indian Constitution. Which gave people equal rights despite caste, creed, religion and culture. He also worked for the education and basic welfare of Dalits. It was he who publicly raised his voice to allow the availability of drinking water and allowing Dalits to enter Hindu temples.
