TV stars pay tribute to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar on birth anniversary

As April 14 marks the birth anniversary of the architect of the Indian Constitution Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, scores of popular faces from television have planned to unite to pay tribute to the greatest visionary.

Mumbai: Several actors of Indian television including Gracy Singh, Aasif Sheikh and Jagannath Nivangune are coming together to celebrate the birth of anniversary BR Ambedkar, who is regarded as the architect of the Constitution of India.

Every year, April 14 is observed as Ambedkar Jayanti and this year TV actors are coming together to pay him tribute.

"Babasaheb is one of the most prominent voices in Indian history. Be it his fight for equality, women empowerment, or his involvement in the reformation of education, he has impacted the lives of every Indian," said Gracy.

Actor Prasad Jawade said: "Dr. Ambedkar laid the foundation of a unified India by bringing millions of Indians under the ambit of one nation and one constitution. His teachings and philosophy still resonate with the Indians across the country, even today."

"As we celebrate the birth anniversary of Babasaheb on April 14th, I urge everyone to come forward and join us in paying a special tribute to him on &TV," he added, while talking about the channel's Ek Desh Ek Awaaz initiative.

Calling Dr. Ambedkar "a leader par excellence," actor Jagannath Nivangune said: "His work has touched and impacted the lives of all Indians."

Actor Sneha Wagh also stated: "Babasaheb has been an inspiration to many. His ability to challenge and mobilize a revolution that redefined the democracy for the Indian soil made him one of the greatest leaders of our times."

Aasif grew up reading stories of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and his fight for equality has had a great influence on him. "Dr. Ambedkar has been the most powerful advocate of equality and fraternity in modern India," he said.

With inputs from IANS.