Humanity should be the guiding principle of religion, says monk on Mahaparinirvana Day

Key Points

1. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar's 69th Mahaparinirvana Day was observed on December 6.
2. The event was organized by the Mysuru district administration, Zilla Panchayat, Department of Social Welfare, and the Mysuru City Corporation.
3. Tanveer Sait, Narasimharaja MLA, emphasized Ambedkar's ideals of equality.
4. K. Harish Gowda, Chamaraja MLA, stated that 140 crore Indians follow the values in the Constitution given by Ambedkar.
5. Buddhist monk Kalyan Shri Bhanteji highlighted the relevance of Ambedkar's thoughts for social and mental well-being.
6. The non-completion of Ambedkar Bhavan in Mysuru after 15 years was mentioned.