Chief Justice Ashutosh Kumar unveils Dr Ambedkar's bust at Royal Global University
Draw Inspiration from Dr. Ambedkar’s Vision: Chief Justice Ashutosh Kumar to Students at RGU
GUWAHATI, November 24, 2025: In a momentous ceremony held today at The Assam
Royal Global University (RGU), Hon’ble Justice Mr. Ashutosh Kumar, Chief Justice of the Gauhati High Court,
unveiled the bust of Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, the chief architect of the Indian Constitution. The event
marked a significant tribute ahead of India’s Constitution Day on 26th November. The Chief Justice also
planted a tree at the university campus and addressed the law students.
The ceremony was graced by the presence of Dr. A.K. Pansari, Chancellor; Dr. B.C. Barooah, Professor & Dean,
Royal School of Law & Administration; Dr. Diganta Munshi, Registrar (Administration); Dr. D.N. Singh,
Registrar (Academics); along with deans, faculty members, and students from the departments of Law,
Sociology, Political Science, and Public Administration. Following the unveiling of the bust, Chief Justice
Ashutosh Kumar addressed the students in a special interactive session.
Addressing the students, the Chief Justice reflected on Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s unwavering dedication and
lifelong struggle, and said, “You must believe in yourselves and reject pessimistic thoughts if you wish to
achieve your goals. On 26th November, we honour Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and the Indian Constitution—the mother of
all laws.”
He further urged the students to keep Dr. Ambedkar’s ideals alive in their academic and professional
journeys, adding that whether in the classroom or the courtroom, they should never hesitate to ask
questions. He urged students to draw inspiration from Dr. Ambedkar’s vision, intellect, and lifelong
advocacy for equality, calling legal studies not just a profession but a powerful instrument of social
transformation.
In this regard, Dr. AK Pansari stated, “RGU, with its vision of fostering global excellence, has been
consistently honouring the legacies of India’s national luminaries by installing statues and busts across
its campus. The unveiling of Dr. Ambedkar’s bust stands as an effort to inspire students with pride,
patriotism, and a deeper appreciation for India’s rich intellectual and constitutional heritage.”
