Delhi CM Rekha Gupta flags off Marathon on the eve of Ambedkar Jayanti

ANI April 13, 2025 132 views

Delhi's Chief Minister Rekha Gupta launched a meaningful marathon event commemorating Dr. Ambedkar's birth anniversary on April 13th. The event aimed to celebrate Ambedkar's profound legacy of social justice and constitutional principles beyond caste boundaries. By organizing the marathon, the Delhi government sought to engage citizens, especially children, in understanding Ambedkar's transformative vision for India. The initiative represents a powerful tribute to one of India's most influential social reformers and architects of the nation's constitution.

"He was a hero not just for a classified caste, but for the whole world" - Rekha Gupta
New Delhi, Apr 13: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta flagged off a marathon in Delhi on the occasion of Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar Jayanti.

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Delhi government celebrates Ambedkar's birth anniversary through massive marathon

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CM highlights Ambedkar's universal message of social justice

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Event promotes understanding of constitutional values

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Commemorates life of India's first law minister

Speaking at the event, CM Gupta said, "A wonderful walkathon was organized by the Delhi government on the occasion of Babasaheb Ambedkar's Jayanti, and hundreds of children participated in this. In today's time, he should not only be remembered but lived through our actions. The Delhi government is fully committed to walking the path shown by Babasaheb, following the principles he laid down, and providing rightful education, health, and equality to the people. No one can do what he did for the citizens of the country... We have made a scheme under which every child will read about him and remember him..."

CM also slammed previous governments for politicizing Babasaheb Ambedkar by linking him to a specific caste.

"Previous governments wanted to do politics in the name of Babasaheb Ambedkar and link him to a classified caste, but he was a hero not just for a classified caste, but for the whole world... Ask the opposition leader if they are present in India to celebrate Babasaheb's birth anniversary," she added.

The Ambedkar Jayanti, commemorating Dr BR Ambedkar's birth anniversary, is scheduled to be observed on April 14.

Dr Ambedkar, commonly known as Babasaheb, dedicated his life to working for the upliftment of the untouchables, women, and labourers.

Born into a poor Dalit family on 14 April 1891, Ambedkar became India's first independent law minister, the principal architect of the Constitution of India and a founding father of the Republic of India.

He also campaigned against the social discrimination of Dalits and inspired the Dalit Buddhist Movement in 1956.

Ambedkar was awarded the Bharat Ratna posthumously in 1990.

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Priya K.
What a wonderful initiative! Combining fitness with remembering Babasaheb's legacy is brilliant. The CM's words about living his principles through actions really resonated with me. 👏
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Rahul S.
While I appreciate the sentiment, I wish the CM wouldn't use this occasion to take political potshots. We should focus on honoring Ambedkar's universal message rather than scoring points.
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Amit P.
My kids participated in this marathon and came back so inspired! They're now asking to read more about Dr. Ambedkar. This is exactly the kind of engagement we need with our history.
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Neha D.
Ambedkar Jayanti should be a national holiday! His contributions to our Constitution and social justice are unparalleled. Great to see Delhi celebrating in such an active way 🏃‍♂️
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Sanjay M.
The scheme to educate children about Ambedkar's life is much needed. We must ensure his teachings aren't reduced to just textbook chapters but understood as living philosophy.

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