Sat Apr 05 14:04:31 UTC 2025: ## Babu Jagjivan Ram’s 118th Birth Anniversary Celebrated in Karnataka
**Yadgir, Karnataka, April 5, 2025** – The 118th birth anniversary of former Deputy Prime Minister Babu Jagjivan Ram was observed with commemorative events across Yadgir and Raichur districts on Saturday. Ministers and officials paid tribute to the leader, highlighting his significant role in combating food scarcity through the Green Revolution.
Minister for Small Scale Industries and Public Enterprises, Sharanabasappa Darshanapur, and MLC A. Vasanth Kumar inaugurated the celebrations in Yadgir and Raichur respectively. Darshanapur lauded Jagjivan Ram’s contribution, emphasizing the substantial increase in food production inspired by his work. He also drew parallels between Jagjivan Ram and B.R. Ambedkar, highlighting their enduring influence on India’s progress.
The ceremonies were attended by a number of dignitaries including MLAs, Deputy Commissioners, and other officials from both districts.
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