Lucknow, April 14 -- Samajwadi Party Chief Akhilesh Yadav on Monday paid floral tribute to Dr BR Ambedkar on his 135th birth anniversary.

Speaking to the media, Akhilesh emphasized the importance of upholding the Constitution, calling it a "lifeline" for those who follow Baba Saheb. Yadav praised Ambedkar's legacy, stating that the Constitution serves as a shield for citizens' rights and reservations.

"The Constitution that guides us forward with dignity is like a lifeline for those who follow Baba Saheb Ambedkar. The Constitution given to us by Dr BR Ambedkar is our shield -- it protects our rights and safeguards reservations," he said.

"Today, we remember Ambedkar not just because he gave us the world's finest Constitution but also b...