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Kovind, Modi greet nation on Ambedkar Jayanti, say Babasaheb gave hope to poorest, marginalised sections

Kovind, Modi greet nation on Ambedkar Jayanti, say Babasaheb gave hope to poorest, marginalised sections

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Saturday, April 14, marks the 127th birth anniversary of Bhim Rao Ambedkar. He was a social reformer, economist and jurist who encouraged the Dalit Buddhist Movement.

On the occasion of Ambedkar Jayanti, the 127th birthday of the father of the Indian constitution, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Kovind took to Twitter to extend their wishes to the nation. 

They also expressed their gratitude towards BR Ambedkar, for framing the constitution of India, which is considered the backbone for the smooth functioning of the country.

Wishing people on Dalit icon BR Ambedkar's 127th birth anniversary, Kovind tweeted: "Homage to Dr BR Ambedkar on his birth anniversary. An icon of our nation, Dr Ambedkar was a multifaceted personality who waged a life-long struggle for a modern India free of caste and other prejudices, ensuring equal rights for women and for the disadvantaged."

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Meanwhile, Modi said in a tweet: "Pujya Babasaheb gave hope to lakhs of people belonging to the poorest and marginalised sections of society.