Guntur, April 14: The 135th birth anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the chief architect of the Indian Constitution, was observed with due solemnity at the Guntur NGO Home on Monday, with government employees and association members gathering to reaffirm their commitment to his ideals of equality and social justice.

The commemoration programme was presided over by NGGO District President Ghantasala Srinivasarao, who called upon those present to march forward in unity towards realising the aspirations of Dr. Ambedkar. "Dr. Ambedkar's life stands as a testament to an extraordinary struggle for equality and social justice," he said, urging employees to discharge their duties responsibly and serve society with dedication. He particularly emphasised that every employee must imbibe and practise Dr. Ambedkar's enduring exhortation — "Educate, Organise, Agitate" — in both professional and personal life.

State Vice-President Sheikh Nagoor Sharif, addressing the gathering, said that Dr. Ambedkar's thoughts must serve as a guiding light for every government employee. "We must walk the path he showed us and strive ceaselessly for equality and justice," he said, calling upon the cadre to remain steadfast in upholding constitutional values.

The programme was attended by Guntur City President and Secretary Ch. Kalyan Kumar and G.V. Koteswara Rao, District Executive Members K.N. Sukumar, Ch. Anil, B. Krishna Kishor and K. Narasimha Rao, City Executive Members Sunil Bavannarayana and Paul Prasad, Women's Wing Chairperson Sheikh Tajunisa, Naga Pavani, Zainabi, and Jasinta, along with a large number of employees who made the event a success.

New Delhi: Congress leader and Wayanad MP, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, delivered her maiden speech in the Lok Sabha on Friday. The speech came as part of a special discussion marking the 75th anniversary of the enactment of the Indian Constitution. Priyanka addressed the House during this significant occasion.

In the recently concluded by-election for the Wayanad constituency, Priyanka won with a massive majority of four lakh votes. Her brother, Rahul Gandhi, had contested the 2019 Lok Sabha elections from both Wayanad and Rae Bareli, securing victories in both constituencies. However, as per parliamentary rules, he had to vacate one seat, leading to his resignation from the Wayanad seat. Consequently, a by-election was held for the Wayanad constituency, in which Priyanka emerged victorious with a substantial majority.

Since entering Parliament, Priyanka has actively participated in opposition protests outside Parliament, particularly focusing on the Adani controversy, a matter that has been a point of contention among opposition parties. Her engagement in these protests highlights her proactive stance on pressing national issues.