Chunabhatti: Ambedkar followers win rickshaw access after protest

• Ambedkar followers heading to Chaityabhoomi for Mahaparinirvana Day were stopped by police.
• Police stopped rickshaws near Chunabhatti Sion Connector, leading to aggressive protests and road blockage.
• The protest caused a major traffic jam and chaos on the road towards Dadar.
• Mumbai Police eventually allowed rickshaws and two-wheelers to proceed, resolving the agitation.
• Union Minister Ramdas Athawale commented that rickshaws with flags should not be stopped.

Why It Matters: Protest ensures Ambedkar followers' access to Chaityabhoomi for Mahaparinirvana Day.