* Celebrating birth anniversary of Ambedkar on Apr 14
Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Mar 27: All Jammu and Kashmir Ravidass Sabha is celebrating 135th birth anniversary of Dr B R Ambedkar on April 14 and holding Medical Camp at Sabha headquarters, Krishna Nagar in Jammu on March 29.
Talking to media-persons here today, senior members of the Sabha including R C Bhasin, Prof C L Shivgotra, Surjeet Singh Heer said that Sabha has resolved to organise a free Medical camp for the general public on March 29 (Sunday) at 11 AM at Guru Ravi Dass Temple complex, Krishna Nagar. The camp is being organized in collaboration with Diva International Health and Medical Education, with support from Davinder Kour Charitable Trust.
They said a team of experienced doctors from various Medical fields including Orthopedics, Pediatrics, Ophthalmology (Eye), Gynecology, Dental care, General Medicine, TB Specialists, Cancer specialists, and Physiotherapists will be available to provide free consultations. Medical tests will also be performed and medicines will also be distributed free of cost. The general public has been urged to take full advantage of this healthcare initiative.
Prof Shivgotra stated that the Sabha will also conduct its monthly Satsang on the same day (March 29) from 11:00 AM to 12:00 noon under the aegis of Dera Jagat Giri Ji, from Pathankot. The Satsang aims to promote spiritual awareness and community bonding.
Highlighting upcoming events, Prof Shivgotra announced that the Sabha will celebrate the 135th birth anniversary of Dr BR Ambedkar on April 14, 2026, at the Gurudwara complex. The programme will include a cake-cutting ceremony and a film screening based on the life and mission of Dr Ambedkar. The event is scheduled from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, he added.
In addition, a state-level programme will be organized on May 3, 2026 (Sunday), where distinguished speakers will shed light on the life, contributions, and vision of Ambedkar.
