Karnataka Dhamma Jana Jagruthi Yatra to be held in Yadgir
A 'Karnataka Dhamma Jana Jagruthi Yatra' is scheduled in Yadgir to promote awareness of Buddhism ahead of a major Dhamma Deeksha ceremony in November. The event aims to honor Dr. B.R. Ambedkar's conversion to Buddhism.
Why it matters
The event reflects ongoing social and religious movements within the Dalit community in India.
A ‘Karnataka Dhamma Jana Jagruthi Yatra’ will be held in Yadgir on Monday (October 5) as part of the mega Buddhist Dhamma Deeksha ceremony scheduled to take place at the historical Sannati (Kanaganahalli) in Chittapur taluk of Kalaburagi district on November 1, Dalit Sangharsha Samiti (DSS) district convener Mareppa Chatterkar has said.
Addressing a press conference in Yadgir on Saturday (October 3), Mr. Chatterkar said the rally would start from Mailapur Base at 7 p.m. and pass through Chakrakatta, Gandhi Chowk, and Kanakanagar before culminating at Ambedkar Nagar. A public meeting will subsequently be held at Ambedkar Chowk to raise awareness about Buddhism and discuss the context and significance behind Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s conversion to the faith. Zen Monk Dr. Shaku Bodhidhamma is scheduled to attend the public gathering.
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