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On the auspicious occasion of
Constitution Day, Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, made a major
announcement, announcing the unveiling of a bust of Dr. Babasaheb Bhimrao
Ambedkar at the UNESCO headquarters in Paris, France. This is one of the greatest
recognitions of Babasaheb's contributions globally. PM Modi wrote from his
official Twitter handle: "It is a matter of immense pride that today, on
the occasion of Constitution Day, the bust of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar was
unveiled at the UNESCO headquarters in Paris. This is a true tribute to Dr.
Ambedkar and his role in the drafting of the Constitution. His thoughts and
ideals continue to give strength and hope to millions of people."Why is this event historic?:
Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar was the chief architect of the Indian Constitution.
He is considered the greatest
savior of the Dalits, the exploited, and the marginalized.
UNESCO is the world's most
prestigious cultural and educational institution.
The installation of a statue
of an Indian personality at the UNESCO headquarters is unprecedented.
This is international
recognition of the Indian Constitution and Dr. Ambedkar's global contributions.
Every year, November 26th is
celebrated as Constitution Day in India because on this day in 1949, the
Constituent Assembly adopted the Constitution of India. Dr. Ambedkar was the
chairman of the Constitution Drafting Committee and is also known as the
"Manu of Modern India."
Babasaheb's growing global acceptance: Statues of Dr. Ambedkar have
been installed in many countries, including the United States, Britain, and
Canada. Research on his ideas is conducted in many universities around the
world.
With the unveiling of the statue
at UNESCO, his ideas will now serve as an inspiration for the entire world.
Millions of people expressed
their happiness on PM Modi's post. Many users wrote: "Jai Bhim, Jai
Bharat."
"Babasaheb's dream is now
on the world stage. Many thanks to the Prime Minister for enhancing India's
pride." The unveiling of Dr. Ambedkar's statue at UNESCO Headquarters is
not just a statue, but a global triumph of the principles of equality, liberty,
justice, and fraternity. It is a tribute to the dignity of the Indian Constitution
and the immortal contribution of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar.