About Us

Republican Party of India (Athawale)

The Republican Party of India (Athawale) – RPI(A) is a national political party committed to advancing the principles of social justice, equality, liberty, dignity and inclusive development.

The party is led by Hon’ble Shri Ramdas Athawale, National President and Union Minister of State, Government of India.
RPI(A) carries forward the vision and ideals associated with Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, particularly his commitment to constitutional democracy, equality, social justice and the empowerment of historically marginalized communities.

Our Leadership
Hon’ble Shri Ramdas Athawale
National President, Republican Party of India (Athawale)
Under his leadership, RPI(A) continues to work for the political, social and economic empowerment of Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, minorities, women, youth, workers and other marginalized sections of society.

Our Ideology
The ideology of RPI(A) is rooted in:
Social Justice – Ensuring justice and equal opportunities for all.
Equality – Opposing discrimination and promoting equal status and dignity.
Liberty & Constitutional Rights – Upholding the values guaranteed by the Constitution of India.
Education & Empowerment – Promoting education as a powerful instrument of social transformation.
Economic Empowerment – Creating opportunities for employment, entrepreneurship and sustainable development.
Inclusive Development – Ensuring that the benefits of development reach every section of society.
Dignity & Human Rights – Protecting the rights and dignity of marginalized and disadvantaged communities.

Our Historical Roots
RPI(A) belongs to the broader Republican political tradition inspired by the thoughts and constitutional vision of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar. The Republican movement emerged from the struggle for equality, representation and social justice, and continues to uphold the values of democracy, fraternity and constitutionalism.

The party’s social justice movement also draws inspiration from the struggles for dignity and equality represented by movements such as the Dalit Panthers.

Political Alliances
At the national level, RPI(A) is an ally of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA). In Maharashtra

Through democratic participation and political representation, RPI(A) seeks to strengthen the voice of marginalized communities and contribute to the development and progress of India.

Our Vision
“A just, equal and progressive India where every citizen enjoys dignity, liberty, equality, justice and equal opportunity.”

Our Mission
To build a society based on social justice, constitutional values, equality and inclusive development, while empowering marginalized communities through education, political representation, economic opportunities and democratic participation.

Republican Party of India (Athawale)
Committed to Social Justice • Equality • Empowerment • Inclusive Development

Our Mission

* Social justice and equality for all citizens.
* Empowerment of Dalits, Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and other disadvantaged communities.
* Fighting caste-based discrimination and social injustice.
* Improving access to education, employment and economic opportunities for marginalized communities.
* Increasing political representation of marginalized groups.
* Promoting unity in diversity and cooperation among different communities.
* Following the constitutional and social-justice principles associated with Dr. B. R. Ambedkar.

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