Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed deep grief over the demise of renowned social activist and labour leader Baba Adhav, saying he will be remembered for his lifelong efforts to empower the marginalised and further labour welfare.
Veteran socialist leader and prominent activist Dr. Baba Adhav, a towering figure in Maharashtra's labour and social justice movements, passed away in Pune on Monday evening at the age of 95. He was undergoing treatment at Poona Hospital.
Reacting to the foundation stone of the Babri Masjid laid by suspended Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA Humayun Kabir in Beldanga, BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla described it as a pattern of glorifying "foreign invader" like Babar in INDI alliance states.
Several political and religious figures are also set to attend, including Baba Ramdev, Baba Bageshwar and Sadhvi Ritambhara, with a large stage set up at the ground.
On Saturday, the suspended TMC MLA, Humayun Kabir, laid the foundation stone for the construction of Babri Masjid in Murshidabad, amid widespread criticism from multiple political parties.
Azmi said, "When India and Pakistan were separated in 1947, Muslims were going to Pakistan... but Baba Saheb said no. Baba Saheb fought a battle. He did justice to both Dalits and Muslims."
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini paid floral tribute to the portrait of Constitution Maker and architect of modern India Dr B R Ambedkar on his Mahaparinirvan Diwas on Saturday.
Speaking to ANI, Adhikari alleged that invoking the name of Babar was provocative and accused the state government of extending police protection to the event while restricting Hindu religious practices.
Passengers across major airports, including the one in Delhi, faced long queues and extended waiting hours after technical and operational issues triggered major disruptions in IndiGo's flight network. Aviation officials said efforts were underway to stabilise the schedule and accommodate
After offering prayers, the Union Minister said he will serve the country and society with renewed spirit and energy for the development of the nation.