Dr. B.R. Ambedkar embraced Buddhism along with approximately 5 lakh followers.

On October 14, 1956, Ambedkar converted to Buddhism at Deekshabhoomi, Nagpur, along with around 500,000 followers.

This marked a pivotal moment in the Dalit Buddhist movement.

This act was a powerful rejection of caste-based discrimination inherent in the Hindu social order.

It was a significant step toward social justice, equality, and human dignity.

Deekshabhoomi continues to be a revered site.

It symbolizes both the struggle for social reform and the revival of Buddhism in India.
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