Overview
- Uttar Pradesh has launched a series of events, including the 'Bhim Padyatra,' leading up to grand celebrations on April 14, with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath set to participate.
- Delhi has declared April 14 a public holiday, closing schools, government offices, and banks, while ensuring essential services remain operational.
- Political parties, including BJP, Congress, Samajwadi Party, and BSP, are leveraging Ambedkar Jayanti to engage voters through rallies, marathons, and symbolic initiatives.
- Traffic advisories and road closures have been issued in cities like Mumbai, Pune, and Noida to manage increased activity, with dedicated helplines set up for commuters.
- Union Minister Raksha Khadse emphasized the need to apply Ambedkar's principles in daily life during commemorative marches held across multiple cities.