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Chief Minister remembers Bhim Rao Ambedkar on his anniversary

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Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh has extended his greetings to the people of the state on the anniversary of the architect of the Constitution, Baba Saheb Bhim Rao Ambedkar.

In a message issued today, the Chief Minister recalled how Ambedkar strived for the welfare of the downtrodden, marginalized, Dalits and Minorities, all through his life. The great Dalit icon, Yadav said incorporated many provisions in the constitution to remove inequality from the society and to ensure social justice.

Ambedkar, he added, was of the firm belief that by removing social evils, the idea of an ideal society could come true. The Chief Minister also pointed out that thoughts, ethos and message of great persons were in itself for the welfare of every section of the society.

Yadav further stated that true homage to Ambedkar would be to tread the path shown by him.

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Cheers and Cheers: Barzilla’s Joyful Ode to Inclusivity and Celebration

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The RG Marathon Championship Run 2023 in Goa was a testament to inclusivity. Initially resistant to including persons with disabilities, it eventually featured wheelchair and standing categories, thanks to advocates’ efforts. Participants showed exceptional determination, emphasizing unity in diversity. Despite challenging weather, they demonstrated the power of community support, highlighting the need for accessibility and inclusion in all state-level events in Goa.

Following the marathon, a gathering of differently-abled individuals, predominantly wheelchair users, convened for a celebratory lunch at Barzilla. The event, orchestrated by Mr. Shariq Khan and Mr. Zain Aftab, proprietors of Barzilla, honored the birthday of Sadaf Fatima, who also uses a wheelchair and is Mr. Shariq Khan’s wife.

 

The lunch featured esteemed guests including the Tourism Minister of Goa, MLA Rohan Khaunte of Porvorim, Social Welfare Minister Subhash Phal Desai, and the State Commissioner for Persons with Disability in Goa, Guruprasad Pawaskar. The event was impeccably hosted by Ms. Falak Fatima and Mr. Adarsh Parashar, offering activities such as Karaoke and Billiards. The youth of Goa exhibited their unwavering support for the community, making the party an unequivocal success.

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