Thousands gathered in Mumbai to mark the 135th birth anniversary of the architect of the constituition, Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar at Chaityabhoomi in Dadar area of central Mumbai. PICS/ASHISH RAJE
Updated On: 2026-04-14 07:27 PM IST
Compiled by : Tarun Verma
This day commemorates the life of Dr. Ambedkar, born on April 14, 1891, in Mhow, who rose from beginnings to become the first Law Minister of independent India
Subsequently, he was elected Chairperson of the Drafting Committee of the Constituent Assembly, and steered the process of drafting India’s Constitution
Followers of Dr Ambedkar were seen visiting Mumbai from across the state and parts of the country
The civic authorities had made elaborate arrangements in parts of Mumbai in view of heavy rush of Dr Ambedkar's followers
Several streets in central Mumbai were seen dazzling to commemorate the Indian jurist, economist, social reformer and politician on his 135th birth anniversary
Youngsters in huge numbers were seen exploring the rare photo exhibition outside Chaityabhoomi on Tuesday
Dr Ambedkar's followers from across the country reach Chaityabhoomi in large numbers on his birth anniversay
A statue of Dr Ambedkar in Worli, created by Rajvardhan Krida Mandal, stands tall as a tribute to his enduring legacy
Despite the scorching weather, hundreds continued to gather at city's prominant location for the followers of Babasaheb Ambedkar
