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7 cops injured following dispute over Ambedkar’s statue in UP’s Budaun

7 cops injured following dispute over Ambedkar’s statue in UP’s Budaun

Budaun , Eight people, including seven police personnel were injured after a dispute over the installation of a statue of Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar in the Budaun district escalated into a violent confrontation on Tuesday evening. 7 cops injured following dispute over Ambedkar’s statue in UP’s Budaun During the violence, more than ten vehicles were damaged, officials said, adding that the police have detained seven individuals for questioning. The conflict arose between the administration and villagers in Raja ki Sikri village, under Faizganj Behta police station, regarding the installation of the statue on government land. Villagers levelled serious allegations against two police personnel, claiming they kicked the statue down and broke off its arm. Later in the evening, a police and administrative team was allegedly pelted with stones. Senior officials, including District Magistrate Avanish Kumar Rai and SSP Ankita Sharma, arrived at the scene. According to the administration, seven police personnel and one villager were injured in the stone-pelting. Several police and administrative vehicles were also damaged. In view of the situation, the police have detained …

PM Modi Lauds Unveiling Of Ambedkar’s Bust At UNESCO HQ In Paris, Calls It ‘Fitting Tribute’ | India News

PM Modi Lauds Unveiling Of Ambedkar’s Bust At UNESCO HQ In Paris, Calls It ‘Fitting Tribute’ | India News

Last Updated:November 26, 2025, 23:36 IST India marked Samvidhan Divas (Constitution Day) with the unveiling of Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar’s bust at the UNESCO Headquarters in Paris. Dr Ambedkar’s bust at the UNESCO headquarters in Paris. (X/@Narendra Modi) Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the unveiling of a bust of India’s first law minister, Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar, at the UNESCO headquarters, calling it a fitting tribute to him and his role in the making of the Indian Constitution. “It is a matter of immense pride that today, on Constitution Day, a bust of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar was unveiled at the UNESCO Headquarters in Paris. This is a fitting tribute to Dr. Ambedkar and his role in the making of our Constitution. His thoughts and ideals give strength and hope to innumerable people,” he said on X. It is a matter of immense pride that today, on Constitution Day, a bust of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar was unveiled at the UNESCO Headquarters in Paris. This is a fitting tribute to Dr. Ambedkar and his role in the making of …

UP govt to hold events to honour Ambedkar’s legacy | Latest News India

UP govt to hold events to honour Ambedkar’s legacy | Latest News India

Lucknow, In a bid to ignite greater awareness and admiration among the youth for Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar, the Uttar Pradesh government will be conducting programmes across the state on his 134th birth anniversary honouring his legacy and ideals, a statement said Saturday. UP govt to hold events to honour Ambedkar’s legacy A series of events and programmes will commence on the morning of April 13, leading up to the main celebrations on April 14. These initiatives aim to acquaint the younger generation with Dr Ambedkar’s remarkable life, visionary leadership and his unwavering commitment to justice, equality and social reform, the statement read. As part of the celebrations, the state government will provide a vibrant platform for artists from across the state and the country to perform and contribute to the tribute. Through cultural performances, educational programmes and public engagement, the government seeks to reinforce Dr Ambedkar’s values and continue his legacy of empowerment and social harmony. A special march called the “Bhim Padyatra” will be held on the morning of April 13. The march will …

CPI holds march seeking Ambedkar’s statue in Jharkhand Assembly | Latest News India

CPI holds march seeking Ambedkar’s statue in Jharkhand Assembly | Latest News India

Ranchi, The Communist Party of India on Monday organised a march on Monday, highlighting various demands, including the installation of statues of Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar and Jaipal Singh Munda in the state assembly. CPI holds march seeking Ambedkar’s statue in Jharkhand Assembly While Ambedkar was the head of the Constituent Assembly, Munda who hailed from present-day Jharkhand was one of its members. Hundreds of party supporters took part in the march by CPI national general secretary D Raja. “The statues of Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar and Jaipal Singh Munda have not been installed in the Jharkhand Legislative Assembly, though several years have passed since the state’s formation,” Raja said. Jharkhand was formed on November 15, 2000, after carving out the southern part of Bihar. Raja alleged that Jharkhand’s natural resources, including mines and minerals, are being exploited by corporate houses. “The corporate sector is intent on looting the state’s ‘Jal, Jungle, aur Jamin’ . Both the central and state governments are complicit in the exploitation of Jharkhand’s mineral wealth,” he claimed. Besides the statue installation, the …