Mumbai / Ramesh Autade

National President of the Ambedkari Republican Front, Narayan Bagde, has criticized several leaders of the Republican movement, alleging that their obsession with enjoying the benefits of power has weakened the party and caused significant damage to the Ambedkarite movement.

Speaking to the media, Bagde said that young activist Abhijit Dipke has demonstrated true Ambedkarite spirit and made a sincere effort to strengthen the movement once again. He remarked that arrogant and self-serving leaders within the Republican fold should take a lesson from Dipke’s work and commitment.

Bagde alleged that instead of focusing on strengthening the Republican movement, many leaders pursued their personal political interests, resulting in the decline of the party and the weakening of the larger Ambedkarite cause.

Responding to a question about the Cockroach Janata Party, Bagde said that, for the first time in India's history, young people from different castes, communities and religions are coming together beyond social divisions and taking to the streets solely on the principles of Indian identity and the Constitution of India. He described this development as a positive and hopeful sign for the country.

He further stated that many Ambedkarite leaders have failed to fulfill the responsibility of building the egalitarian and democratic India envisioned by the makers of the Constitution. According to him, the time has come for such leaders to stop their “political shopkeeping” and engage in serious self-reflection.

Bagde expressed confidence that the growing unity among the country's youth around constitutional values is an encouraging trend that will further strengthen Indian democracy. He said the increasing commitment of young people to constitutional and democratic ideals offers hope for the future of the nation.

"Young activist Abhijit Dipke has shown the true spirit of the Ambedkarite movement. Republican leaders who have weakened the movement for personal gain should learn from his dedication and commitment."
— Narayan Bagde, National President, Ambedkari Republican Front.