Delhi, 26 November (H.S.): Across the political spectrum, India's leaders on Wednesday paid profound homage to the framers of the Constitution on the occasion of Samvidhan Divas (Constitution Day), celebrating the document's adoption on this day in 1949.

Through messages shared on social media, prominent figures including Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan and Union Home Minister Amit Shah called upon citizens to uphold the core principles of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity that form the bedrock of the nation.

Vice President Radhakrishnan lauded the Constituent Assembly for bestowing upon India a timeless constitution that serves as the guiding force of its democracy. He emphasized that its intrinsic values continue to inspire the path towards a more inclusive and progressive India.

Home Minister Amit Shah paid tribute to the architects of the Constitution, particularly Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and Dr. Rajendra Prasad, stating that the document ensures every citizen has equal opportunities and rights, thereby paving the way for robust nation-building.

A Unifying Message

The sentiment of reverence was echoed by leaders from various parties. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge described the Constitution as not merely a lawyer's document, but a medium for life itself, and urged citizens to protect its foundational tenets of justice, equality, freedom, and secularism.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi characterized the Constitution as a sacred promise and a protective shield for the poor and marginalized, pledging to stand against any assault on its integrity.

A Pledge to Uphold Foundational Ideals

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath highlighted that the Constitution, born from Dr. Ambedkar's extraordinary vision and tireless efforts, stands as a symbol of the world's most powerful democratic values .

Union Minister for Road Transport, Nitin Gadkari, referred to the Constitution as the very soul of democracy while extending his greetings. The collective messages from the nation's leadership underscored a unified call to action: to live by the spirit of the Constitution and contribute collaboratively to the ongoing project of nation-building.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar