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CM declares Ambedkar's death anniversary as public holiday

PNS

In an attempt to woo dalits Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav has declared public holiday on death anniversary of Dr Bhim Rao Ambedkar on December 6. While paying tribute to Dr Ambedkar at Ambedkar Mahasabha Chief Minister said that Baba Saheb has worked tirelessly for the uplift of poor and downtrodden. He ensured that dalits get their right and made arrangements in Constitution accordingly, he said. He also announced public holiday on his death anniversary on December 6. “Equanimity in society can be achieved if we follow the path shown by Dr Ambedkar,” Chief Minister said in his address. Governor Ram Naik also paid rich tribute to Dr Ambedkar.