Delhi's ruling party, AAP, has announced a scholarship scheme for Dalit students hoping to pursue higher education abroad. With the upcoming assembly polls in mind, party chief Arvind Kejriwal presented this initiative at the party headquarters, with other party leaders in attendance. Meanwhile, the BJP gears up for the elections by shortlisting candidates and stating that the manifesto will be shaped based on the feedback received from the people of Delhi. Additionally, AAP's door-to-door campaign aims to register beneficiaries under two prominent welfare schemes.
The Congress party has demanded an apology from Prime Minister Narendra Modi for defending Union Home Minister Amit Shah's controversial remarks about Dr. Baba Saheb Ambedkar. Party leaders Gaurav Gogoi and Pramod Tiwari accused the BJP of behaving in a fascist manner and expressed disappointment that no FIR has been filed in their complaint about the incident involving BJP and Congress MPs. Tiwari also highlighted the disrespectful and insulting tone of Amit Shah's speech, and Gogoi revealed that Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has requested an inquiry into the incident where he fell due to the actions of BJP MPs.
After Union Home Minister Amit Shah's remarks in Parliament on Tuesday in which he appeared to insult and belittle Dr. B R Ambedkar, the opposition has come together to demand his removal from the Cabinet. In response to the two-day debate celebrating the 75 years of the Indian Constitution, Shah had said, "had you chanted God's name these many times, you would have been blessed with heaven in seven births." This has sparked outrage among opposition parties who see it as a continued disrespect for Ambedkar and the Dalit community as a whole. The opposition is calling on Prime Minister Narendra Modi to take immediate action and remove Shah from his position, otherwise protests will be held across the country.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi slammed the Congress for denying a portrait of BR Ambedkar in the Parliament's Central Hall. Taking to Twitter, he listed the years of "sins" committed by the Congress against the Dalit leader. This comes after Amit Shah criticized the party for making it a trend to invoke Ambedkar's name, saying they would get a place in heaven if they took God's name as many times.
In a heated Winter Session of Parliament, the Congress party is pushing for an apology from Union Home Minister Amit Shah for his recent comments regarding Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. The party's demand has intensified discussions in both the Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha, with leaders like Rahul Gandhi criticizing the remarks. These debates are expected to be pivotal, reflecting the current political climate and legislative priorities. Additionally, there is a meeting convened by the high-level committee including PM Modi and leaders from opposing parties to discuss the appointment of the NHRC Chairman.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah held a press conference in response to the backlash he received from the Congress party over his alleged insult of Dr BR Ambedkar. In a lighter vein, he mentioned that he can resign if it will make Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge happy, but it will not solve his troubles. He also accused the Congress of twisting facts and distorting his comments, and urged Kharge to not support such "nefarious efforts" of his own party. Meanwhile, Kharge demanded that either Prime Minister Narendra Modi sacks Shah or he apologizes for his disrespectful remarks towards Ambedkar.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah makes scathing remarks against the Congress, accusing the party of distorting his statements on Dr BR Ambedkar and creating a false narrative. He also calls out the Congress for their history of disrespect towards Ambedkar and other leaders, and urges the media to present his full statement. Meanwhile, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge criticizes Shah's comments and states that the BJP-led NDA government does not believe in the Constitution.
On the 69th Mahaparinirvan Diwas, leaders from different political parties paid tribute to Dr BR Ambedkar, the chief architect of India's Constitution and a beacon of social justice. PM Modi in his post on social media expressed his dedication to fulfilling Ambedkar's vision, while also sharing a picture from his visit to Chaitya Bhoomi. The occasion also saw a rare moment of unity as PM Modi and Congress President were seen holding hands. Mahaparinirvan Diwas is observed every year on December 6 to honor the contributions of Babasaheb Ambedkar towards the upliftment of the marginalized sections of society.
The 6th of December is a significant date in Indian political history, marked by both the death anniversary of Dr. B R Ambedkar and the demolition of Babri Masjid. This event sparked a shift in Indian politics, with the dominant ideology being Hindutva and the caste-eradicating movement of Mandal being sidelined. Recent petitions for surveys of Muslim places of worship have reignited communal tensions and the Congress party is struggling to effectively respond to the BJP's use of social justice to propel their electoral victories. As the debate continues, questions arise around the validity and implications of the Places of Worship Act enacted during the Ram Janmabhoomi movement.
On December 6th, 2024, India will mark the 69th Mahaparinirvan Diwas in honor of Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, the father of the Indian Constitution. This day is dedicated to remembering the transformative legacy of Babasaheb Ambedkar, who devoted his life to promoting equality and eradicating caste-based discrimination. As a public holiday in Maharashtra, thousands will gather at Chaitya Bhoomi, Dr. Ambedkar's final resting place, to pay their respects. His powerful and inspiring words continue to inspire generations to fight for justice, freedom, and dignity.