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A Historic Milestone: New York City Pays Homage to Baba Saheb Ambedkar through Street Dedication

by | Jun 26, 2023 | Community

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Through years of patient waiting and the relentless efforts of Shri Guru Ravidas Sabha and the Begumpur Cultural Society of New York, Senate approval was secured, paving the way for this remarkable street dedication.

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On the momentous occasion of Sunday, June 25, a remarkable achievement unfolded as a street in New York City was officially dedicated to the revered visionary leader, Baba Saheb Ambedkar. The renowned 61st Street Broadway will henceforth bear the illustrious name of this world-famous Indian luminary, thanks to the unwavering efforts of the Shri Guru Ravidas Sabha and the Begumpur Cultural Society of New York.

In an exclusive conversation with Deelip Mhaske, an esteemed US-based activist, shed light on the arduous path traversed to accomplish this remarkable feat. “The procedural hurdles were formidable,” he remarked. “As Senate approval was required, the process involved several years of patient waiting. However, our endeavors received crucial support from a local councilor of Asian descent, and subsequently, Senate Members and Congresswomen rallied behind the cause, pushing it through the Democratic Party. Eventually, our collective efforts yielded success.”

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