Ambedkar’s Peaceful Path Urged as Leaders Exploit Turmoil for Votes

Mayawati reminded the audience that Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the architect of India’s constitution, advocated for non‑violent, constitutional means to fight oppression. She argued that contemporary political actors who ignite protests in cities such as Meerut and Hardoi are deviating from this legacy. By first fomenting unrest through road blockades and demonstrations, they create a volatile environment that later allows them to showcase "crocodile tears" and claim moral high ground. Mayawati asserted that true justice for the marginalized can only be achieved by uniting under democratic principles, harnessing the power of collective voting, and adhering to Ambedkar’s peaceful roadmap. She called on the Bahujan electorate to reject short‑term political manipulations and to place faith in democratic institutions for long‑term upliftment.