The Govt. of India has announced a “Dr. Ambedkar National Award carrying a prize money of Rs. 10 lakhs to be given every year. It will be given to individuals and institutions “who have made outstanding contributions in promoting social understanding and for the upliftment of the weaker sections in India”. It says “achievements, contributions and work within the ten years immediately preceding the nomination shall be the criteria for deciding the Award”, to be presented on April 14 every year.
Going by the “qualifications and achievements” of over ten years needed for the Award, I think Dalit Voice is the most eminently suited institution fit to receive this award. No institution in the country has done so much for the promotion of Ambedkarism and awakening of Dalits as DV. This is not my opinion but all DV readers. Vice-President K.R. Narayan is the chairman of the jury for selection.
Will the readers of DV send their nominations to the Member-Secretary or Director, Dr. Ambedkar Foundation, 25-Ashoka Road, New Delhi – 110 001
