Mon Apr 14 04:21:42 UTC 2025: ## Modi Honors Ambedkar on Birth Anniversary, Emphasizing Social Justice and Self-Reliant India
**NEW DELHI –** Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar on his birth anniversary Monday, highlighting the late leader’s enduring influence on India’s pursuit of social justice and self-reliance. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), PM Modi stated that Ambedkar’s principles are vital in building a strong and developed “aatmanirbhar Bharat” (self-reliant India).
Ambedkar, born in 1891 into a Dalit family, overcame significant societal discrimination to become a leading social reformer and the chief architect of India’s Constitution. His lifelong fight for the empowerment of Scheduled Castes cemented his legacy as a pivotal figure in Indian history. He served as India’s first law minister before his death in 1956. PM Modi’s statement emphasized Ambedkar’s continued relevance in shaping modern India’s social and economic progress.
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