New Delhi: After 76 years of Independence, a significant milestone is set to be achieved as a statue of BR Ambedkar, one of the architects of the Constitution, will grace the premises of the Supreme Court. The installation is timed to coincide with the celebration of Constitution Day, also known as National Law Day, on November 26.

In various locations across the country, from small villages to bustling cities, statues of BR Ambedkar with his iconic raised hand symbolizing progress are a common sight. This initiative to install a statue on the Supreme Court premises was spearheaded by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, according to sources familiar with the matter.

The statue of BR Ambedkar, depicted in lawyer's attire and standing 7 feet tall on a 3-feet base, holds a copy of the Constitution in his hand. Sculpted by artist Naresh Kumawat, this statue marks a historic moment as the first Indian-created key statue to adorn the Supreme Court complex. Previously, the court featured a mural of Mother India by Indian-origin British artist Chintamoni Kar and a statue of Mahatma Gandhi crafted by a British sculptor.

With this installation, the Supreme Court campus will, for the first time in 76 years, be graced by the presence of a statue paying homage to the visionary leader, Baba Saheb Ambedkar.

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