DW BUREAU / chandigarh Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatraya on Tuesday paid his humble tribute to Bharat Ratna and Father of Indian Constitution Dr BR Ambedkar on his punyatithi at Raj Bhavan here. His sacrifice, struggle and vision for the empowerment of oppressed sections of society will inspire us for ages to come, said Dattatraya.The Haryana Governor said: "Dr Ambedkar was equally concerned about women's empowerment, which is amply reflected in his famous quote ? 'I measure the progress of a community by the degree of progress which women have achieved.' He was a visionary, thinker, lawyer, freedom fighter and statesman." Dattatraya said that Dr Ambedkar fought for social justice and represents the aspirations of over 130 crore Indians. He was equally concerned about women's empowerment, which is amply reflected in his famous quote - 'I measure the progress of a community by the degree of progress which women have achieved," added Dattatraya. "As we all are engaged in building a new India ? vibrant, self-reliant and resilient ? we need to draw inspiration from the ideals and teachings of Dr Ambedkar, which are so well enshrined in our Constitution and we should continue spreading the message of equality, justice, fraternity and liberty," said Dattatraya. Commemorating the death anniversary of the principal architect of our constitution and Bharat Ratna Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar, Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal said that Babasaheb's name is always mentioned with pride and dignity whenever there is discussion about freedom, equality, justice, and fraternity in the world. "Babasaheb serves as an inspiration in the struggle for social justice on behalf of the oppressed and underprivileged members of the society. Even after getting higher education and a doctorate degree in prestigious universities of the country and the world; he dedicated his whole life for the upliftment of the deprived section of the society," said the Chief Minister, adding that Babasaheb Ambedkar gave a new direction to the country and the path shown by him still remains relevant even today. Deputy Chief Minister Dushyant Chautala said that Baba Saheb's name is always mentioned with pride and dignity whenever there is discussion about freedom, equality, justice, and fraternity. (editor@dailyworld.in)