New York, April 15 -- With the proclamation of April 14 as 'Dr Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar Day' in New York City, people from various walks of life expressed their views and shared how Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar continues to serve as a leading light for all.

While speaking to ANI, Deputy Commissioner for Trade, Investment and Innovation, Dilip Chauhan said, "Today, it is such a historic moment. New York City has proclaimed April 14 as Dr BR Ambedkar Day. Not only in India but 8.5 million residents of New York City are also celebrating Dr Ambedkar's birthday."

President of the Foundation for Human Horizon Deelip Mhaske told ANI, "One of the key partnerships we do work with the Permanent Mission of India is to celebrate Baba Saheb's birth anniversary...