India's Moral Compass: Former CJI Gavai Urges Citizens to Uphold Constitution's Timeless Vision

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In a rallying cry for Indian citizens, former Chief Justice of India B R Gavai hailed the Constitution as the country's moral compass, emphasizing its enduring significance in shaping the nation's democratic journey. Speaking at the valedictory session of the national conference on 'The Living Constitution: 75 Years of Democracy, Dignity, and Development', Gavai stressed the importance of upholding the Constitution's guiding principles and protecting its vision for a stronger, more inclusive India. The conference, organized by the Dr Ambedkar Foundation under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, marked the culmination of the year-long 'Samvidhan@75' celebrations on Constitution Day. The event featured two panel discussions, one on evolving constitutional interpretation and democratic resilience in the face of technological and social change, and another on constitutional pathways to social justice and inclusive development. Union Minister Virendra Kumar launched the first phase of the 'Consolidation of All Portals of the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment', an initiative aimed at integrating digital platforms into a single unified interface. The minister described the move as a transformative step in digital governance, setting a benchmark for other ministries. The conference also saw the publication of a book, 'One India Through Digital India', by James Stephen Meka, a Dr B.R. Ambedkar chair professor at Andhra University. The book explores the potential of digital India to realize B R Ambedkar's vision for a Viksit Bharat 2047, a vision of a more inclusive and developed India.