The government will establish three new Dr. Ambedkar Chairs in various universities. A formal signing ceremony for these chairs is scheduled for October 15 , in New Delhi. This initiative aims to deepen academic and public understanding of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s extensive contributions.
The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, through the Dr. Ambedkar Foundation, spearheads this expansion. These chairs will serve as dedicated centers for advanced research, specialized teaching, and community outreach activities. Their core mission focuses on Dr. Ambedkar’s life, his philosophical insights, and his enduring works. The chairs will also champion critical issues of social justice, equality, and the empowerment of marginalized communities across India.
New University Locations
The three universities chosen for the new Dr. Ambedkar Chairs span different regions and specializations. These institutions will now host dedicated centers for studying Dr. Ambedkar’s legacy. The establishment of these chairs will broaden access to specialized learning resources for students and researchers.
| University Name | Location Type |
|---|---|
| Mumbai University | State University |
| Jaipur National University | Private University |
| GB Pant University of Technical and Agriculture University | Technical & Agricultural University |
Expanding Academic Reach
This initiative significantly expands the existing network of Dr. Ambedkar Chairs. Before this announcement, 25 such chairs operated across various central and state universities nationwide. With the addition of these three new chairs, the total number of operational Dr. Ambedkar Chairs now stands at twenty-eight . This growth reflects a continued commitment to fostering academic discourse on Dr. Ambedkar’s principles.
Each chair functions as an academic hub. It promotes interdisciplinary studies related to social equity and constitutionalism. These centers encourage scholarly publications, seminars, and conferences. They also facilitate ‘extension activities,’ which involve taking academic knowledge directly to communities through workshops and public awareness programs.
The Formal Signing Ceremony
The memorandum of understanding (MoU) for establishing these chairs will be signed at Nalanda Hall. This event takes place within the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre (DAIC) in New Delhi. The DAIC serves as a national hub for promoting Dr. Ambedkar’s ideology. The signing ceremony formalizes the collaboration between the government and the selected universities.
The Director of the Dr. Ambedkar Foundation will sign the MoUs. University representatives, including registrars and vice-chancellors, will also sign. Each university will send one representative. The Foundation will also have one representative present. This formal process ensures clear agreements for the chairs’ operation.
Key Dignitaries Attending
Several high-ranking government officials will attend the ceremony. Dr. Virendra Kumar, the Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment, will be present. Amit Yadav, Secretary of the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, will also attend. Senior officials from the Ministry will join them. Their presence underscores the government’s support for this academic expansion.
The establishment of these chairs reinforces the academic focus on Dr. Ambedkar’s profound impact. They will educate future generations on his vision for an inclusive society. This move strengthens research into social justice topics. It empowers students to engage with foundational principles of Indian democracy and equality.