Parliament in Central Delhi stood a little more solemn this weekend, as Rahul Gandhi paid tribute to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar on Mahaparinirvan Diwas. The gathering didn’t just mark the 70th anniversary of Ambedkar’s passing—it reignited conversations that every Dilliwala should care about. Gandhi’s comment that “the Constitution of every Indian is under threat” rang through the historic corridors of Parliament, nestled right in our national capital.
In a city dotted with monuments and lawmaking institutions, the Constitution is more than a document. It’s a living promise. Central Delhi, especially the areas surrounding Parliament Street, Vijay Chowk and Rajpath, is where this promise echoes loudest. Yet, many of us only walk by these spaces without realising what they represent—or what may be at stake.
For Delhiites who see visuals of protests at Jantar Mantar or flag marches near Connaught Place, talk about protecting the Constitution might not feel distant. From rights to dissent to diversity, these values shape our everyday city life. Whether we debate policies over cups of chai at Indian Coffee House or scroll political threads at Central Secretariat Metro, it all connects back to what Ambedkar envisioned.
Gandhi’s remarks may be political, but the message carries a civic weight. Our city is not just the seat of governance; it’s an active participant in the democratic journey. Young professionals at ITO, students from Delhi University, and working class families in Karol Bagh—each one benefits from a robust Constitution. If there’s even a hint that these rights are under pressure, we owe it to ourselves to pay attention.
The beauty of New Delhi is that its streets have seen every kind of citizen movement—peaceful, powerful, and positive. Perhaps the best way to honour Ambedkar today is to rediscover his ideas not just in books, but in our city’s shared spaces. As December chills remind us of the long winter ahead, let’s warm up to the power of informed citizenship.
Here in Delhi, where the laws are made and remembered, maybe it’s time we become part of the conversation once more.
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