Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Dec 20: President of Bharatiya Dalit Sahitya Akademy (BDSA) and former chief secretary of Jammu and Kashmir, BR Kundal, today released two books—English and Hindi editions—authored by noted writer HR Phounsa on the life and legacy of Babasaheb Dr BR Ambedkar.
The books are based on “The Saga of Revolution and Renaissance of Dr BR Ambedkar” and highlight his enduring contribution to social justice and nation-building.
The book release took place during a meeting of the executive and advisory committees of BDSA Jammu and Kashmir, held at the Academy’s headquarters in Roopnagar, Jammu, under the chairmanship of BR Kundal.
At the outset, the committee extended its greetings to RL Bhagat on being conferred the Babu Parmanand Ji Award by BDSA, New Delhi. The members acknowledged his dedicated service and notable contributions towards the upliftment and empowerment of marginalized sections of society.
Following the release of the books, the meeting witnessed detailed deliberations on organizational and administrative matters related to the future activities and effective functioning of the Academy.
Prominent members present on the occasion included Sewa Dass Digra, Mohan Lal Hans, Nagarmal, ML Thappa, Harbans Lal, Laj Ram, Rajesh Angral, RL Bhagat, Jarnail Singh and Dr Rakesh Kumar Atri.
The meeting concluded with a vote of thanks to the chair, acknowledging the leadership’s continued guidance in promoting the ideals and legacy of Dr BR Ambedkar.
