The People’s Improvement Trust (PIT) founded by Dr Ambedkar, owns and manages the affairs of Ambedkar Bhavan. The grandsons of Dr Ambedkar — Prakash and Anandraj --- as well as the opposition Congress have threatened agitation to protest the demolition for redevelopment. Except Prakash Ambedkar, all of them chose to remain the leaders of Neo-Buddhists (called Hindu Mahar, the caste Dr Ambedkar came from, before converting to Buddhism). With this background, the Ambedkar Bhavan controversy could come as an opportunity for the Dalit factions who are trying to stay politically relevant. Prakash Ambedkar is already talking about rebuilding the structure through public participation.

Source: Hindustan Times July 04, 2016 08:48 UTC