PANAJI
Chief Minister Sri K Chandrashekhar Rao extolled the architect of Indian Constitution Dr BR Ambedkar for delivering social economic justice and brought equal justice in all sectors to all sections with his vision. Ambedkar made India proud worldwide as he sacrificed his entire life for a big cause.
Rao said that Ambedkar incorporated Article 3 for separate states during the drafting of the constitution. Ambedkar paved the way for realisation of Telangana State.
The CM said that the India’s tallest statue of Dr BR Ambedkar, which is next to the State Secretariat, opposite to Buddha status and located beside the Telangana Martyrs memorial, will inspire people every day and motivate the entire state administration.
Rao made it clear to the ministers and officials that the unveiling ceremony of the 125 feet Ambedkar statue should be held on a grand scale and the entire Telangana people and the country celebrate the occasion in a big joy.
Rao held a high-level review meeting on the arrangements for the public meeting to be held after the unveiling of the statue on the occasion of Ambedkar's birthday on April 14.
The CM recalled that since the decision was taken to erect the statue of Ambedkar, it took at least two years to finalisze technical and manufacturing measures. Rao said that he is very satisfied that many countries and regions are consulted and gathered information and prepared the statue with full indigenous knowledge.
"The installation of the statue is more wonderful than what w had imagined," Rao expressed his happiness and satisfaction. On this occasion, the CM praised the statue sculptor 98 years old Padma Bhushan, Ram Vanji Sutar for making such a big effor. It has been decided to invite him specially for the event.
The Chief Minister said, "We are going to unveil the great statue of Dr BR Ambedkar, who is the pride of the nation. Ambedkar’s hard work and sacrifice as a warrior, who fought for social justice made the future generations of the people of this country, a memorable forever...Ambedkar is a Universal Man. The installation of Ambedkar statue is a constant inspiration to pursue his highest ambitions."
Rao said that the State Secretariat is named after Ambedkar with the great determination of public representatives and the entire government machinery to work for the realization of Ambedkar's aspirations.
