Former President Ram Nath Kovind releases book titled ‘Ambedkar and Modi: Reformer’s Ideas Performer’s Implementation’ in New Delhi

Former President Ram Nath Kovind released a book titled Ambedkar and Modi: Reformer’s Ideas Performer’s Implementation in New Delhi today. The book illustrates life, works and achievements of Dr. B.R Ambedkar. It presents a convergence between the ideals of Dr. Ambedkar and New India’s development journey. Focus has been laid on infrastructure, education, socio-economic mobility, gender equality, and self-reliance in the twelve chapters of the book.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Kovind said that Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar’s vision of Aatmnirbhar Bharat and India First are being carried forward by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Recalling his visit to the village of Babasaheb Ambedkar, he said that information technology is being used to empower women and depressed sections of society. He added that Mr Modi is a true follower of Babasaheb, and even as Chief Minister of Gujarat, he organised Samvidhan Gaurav Yatra as a mark of respect to Babasaheb.

 Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur said that the book is dedicated to Babasaheb’s ideals and Mr. Modi’s dedication towards his ideals. He added that Babasaheb’s ideals are reflected in Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya’s Antodaya vision,which is followed by the Prime Minister.

Former Chief Justice K G Balakrishnan and Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting, Dr L Murugan were also present on the occasion. The book not only presents Dr. Ambedkar’s vision of India but also takes into account the many achievements of Narendra Modi’s government. A foreword written by Rajya Sabha MP Ilaiyaraaja offers valuable insight of the works of Dr. Ambedkar. It also highlights the policies and reforms made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to ensure the country’s progress in line with Dr. Ambedkar’s vision.