Dec 6 is considered as Mahaparinirvana Diwas because on this day the great personality of India B.R. Ambedkar left the world. In order to marked the significance of this day Maharashtra government had decided to declare it as a public holiday which mean all the government offices will remain close for the day. Mumbai Regional Congress Committee president and MLA Varsha Gaikwad said that “
“Ambedkar dedicated his entire life to eradicating casteism and the development of the poor, Dalits, and backward classes. On his death anniversary, large crowds come not only from Maharashtra but also from abroad at Chaitya Bhoomi. However, since it is a working day, many followers are unable to pay respects at his memorial at Shivaji Park. Many state organisations have been demanding a holiday for many years.”
