132nd Birth Anniversary Celebrations of Bharat Ratna Dr. B.R. Ambedkar on Vijayawada Division

South Central Railway Vijayawada Division celebrated the 132^nd Birth Anniversary of Bharat Ratna, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar on 17th April, 2023 at the Divisional Railway Auditorium, Vijayawada. Shri Shivendra Mohan, Divisional Railway Manager, Vijayawada Division, SCR graced the occasion as the chief guest.

Shri D. Srinivasa Rao, Additional Divisional Railway Manager, Infrastructure, and Shri M Shrikanth, Additional Divisional Railway Manager, Operations, Vijayawada Division, SCR also were present on the occasion as the Guest of Honour.

At the outset, Shri M. Bala Muralidhar, Sr. DPO, Vijayawada welcomed the dignitaries on to the dais. DRM, Shri Shivendra Mohan, ADRMs, D. Srinivasa Rao, Shri M Shrikanth and Representatives of SC/ST Organisations, Trade Unions took part in the lamp lighting ceremony, garlanded the bust of Dr.  Babasaheb Ambedkar and paid floral tributes.

Speaking on this occasion. Shri Shivendra Mohan, DRM, Vijayawada Division said that Dr. Ambedkar’s life is a big lesson for all of us and his struggle for upliftment of vulnerable classes of society is remarkable and inspirational for all the future generations. Babasaheb worked towards an inclusive society with equal rights of education and employment. DRM also said that his contributions in promoting harmony and in eradication of social evils like untouchability is really path breaking and inspirational.

Shri D. Srinivasa Rao, ADRM Infrastructure said that DR. B.R. Ambedkar was a social reformer, lawyer and political activist and is remembered for his countless contributions in making of the present-day India, especially drafting the Indian Constitution and for standing up for the rights of Dalits and the downtrodden. Shri M Shrikanth, ADRM Operations said that we as citizens of the country if follow Dr. Babasaheb’s ideals, that will be the true tribute to him. He advised all the Branch Officers and staff to adopt the principles of Babasaheb in day-to-day working and keep moving forward with integrity. Shri M. Bala Muralidhar, Sr. DPO said that Babasaheb was a champion of women rights and his legacy had a deep impact on Modern India. He always advocated for level playing field for Dalits and poor people.

Previously, Jan Chaitanya Mandali and a few staff sand songs depicting the life of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar. A documentary on the Life of Dr. B R Ambedkar was also showcased.

Later, Representatives of SC/ST Organisations, Trade Unions extolled the contributions of Dr. Ambedkar to the Indian society. Shri Shahbaaz Hanoor, DPO proposed vote of thanks and congratulated the staff for organizing the event in a splendid manner.
All Branch Officers, APOs, representatives of Trade Unions, and Staff were present on the occasion.