New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid respects to Dr BR Ambedkar by laying floral wreaths on his 134th birthday.

Lok Sabha Speaker OM Birla paid floral tributes to Dr BR Ambedkar on his birth anniversary.

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud also offered floral respects at the Supreme Court, marking the occasion.

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar also paid homage to the Constitution's architect at his statue within the Parliament compound.

"On the occasion of the birth anniversary of Babasaheb Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, the architect of our Constitution and one of the most eminent nation builders, I extend my warm greetings and best wishes to all fellow citizens," President Murmu said, in a post on X (formerly Twitter).

Paying tributes to BR Ambedkar, Vice President Dhankhar underscored his pivotal role in leading social change towards the creation of a more equal India.

He highlighted Dr Ambedkar's crucial contribution through a constitutional framework that champions the principles of rule of law, civil liberties, gender parity, and the empowerment of marginalised groups.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi also paid respects to BR Ambedkar. In a tweet posted on X, he wrote "Respectful tributes to the architect of the Indian Constitution and warrior of social justice, Dr Bhim Rao Ambedkar ji on his birth anniversary. His courage, his knowledge, and his contribution in strengthening democracy are his legacy that will continue to inspire us in every struggle for the country."