Celebration of Babu Jagjivan Ram's 119th Birth Anniversary in Shivamogga
Babu Jagjivan Ram’s birth anniversary celebrated in Shivamogga
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The 119th birth anniversary of Babu Jagjivan Ram, a prominent leader and former Deputy Prime Minister of India, was celebrated in Shivamogga, Karnataka. Local leaders emphasized his contributions to the rights of Dalits and the abolition of untouchability, urging the community to uphold his principles for nation-building.
- 01Babu Jagjivan Ram was honored for his contributions to the rights of Dalits.
- 02Local leaders emphasized the importance of his legacy in contemporary society.
- 03The event was organized by various local government bodies.
- 04Speakers included Shivamogga MLA S.N. Channabasappa and Deputy Commissioner Prabhulinga Kavalikatti.
- 05The celebration aimed to inspire unity and nation-building among attendees.
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The 119th birth anniversary of Babu Jagjivan Ram, a revered leader and former Deputy Prime Minister of India, was celebrated in Shivamogga, Karnataka, on April 5, 2026. S.N. Channabasappa, the local MLA, highlighted Ram's role as a champion for the rights of Dalits and oppressed communities, noting his significant contributions to abolishing untouchability. Shivamogga Deputy Commissioner Prabhulinga Kavalikatti praised Ram as one of the nation's greatest personalities and urged attendees to internalize his principles for collective nation-building. The event featured various speakers, including G.K. Sathish, who discussed Ram's life and achievements. The program was organized by the Shivamogga district administration, Shivamogga Zilla Panchayat, and the Social Welfare Department, reflecting the community's commitment to honoring Ram's legacy.
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The celebration serves to remind the community of the importance of social justice and unity in addressing contemporary issues related to caste and discrimination.
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