As of 2025, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s living descendants are primarily through his only son, Yashwant Ambedkar (1912–1977). The Ambedkar family today is active in social, political, and cultural spheres, especially among Ambedkarite and Dalit communities.
Here is an overview of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s family now:
🧑🦱 1. Prakash Ambedkar (Grandson)
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Son of Yashwant Ambedkar
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Lawyer, politician, and social activist
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Former Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha)
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Leader of Vanchit Bahujan Aaghadi (VBA)
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Strong advocate of Ambedkarite politics and social justice
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Seen as the most prominent heir of B.R. Ambedkar’s political legacy
🧔♂️ 2. Anandraj Ambedkar (Grandson)
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Head of Republican Sena, a social-political organization
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Also active in Ambedkarite movements
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Less politically prominent than Prakash Ambedkar
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Advocates for the preservation of Ambedkar’s legacy, including the Indu Mill land for the Dr. Ambedkar memorial in Mumbai
🧑🦱 3. Bhimrao Ambedkar (Grandson)
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Lesser-known publicly
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Not very active in politics or public life based on available information
👨👩👦👦 Extended Family
Prakash Ambedkar has children, but they maintain a low public profile, and there is no clear indication that they are involved in politics or public activism at the level of their father or great-grandfather.
🏛️ Influence and Legacy
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The Ambedkar family, especially through Prakash Ambedkar, continues to be a symbolic and political force for many in the Dalit and Ambedkarite movement.
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The family’s views are often sought on matters related to social justice, caste, reservations, and constitutional rights.