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Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Birth Anniversary Celebrations at UTD Campus, Dallas

📅 Date: Sunday, May 3, 2026 🕘 Time: 11:30 AM 📍 Venue: UTD Dallas Galaxy Room, Student Union, Richardson TX Students at University of Texas at Dallas in association with and the Ambedkarite Buddhist Association of Texas (ABAT), celebrated Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Jayanti, honoring the 135th birth anniversary of one of the most influential visionaries…
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ABAT promotes upcoming Mahabodhi Grand Opening Ceremony at Asia Fest, Plano

ABAT made a vibrant and meaningful presence at Asia Fest, Plano, setting up an engaging booth dedicated to promoting the Mahabodhi International Buddhist Center’s inauguration ceremony. The center, set to open on July 4, 2026, represents a significant cultural and spiritual milestone for the community, and Asia Fest proved to be the perfect platform to…
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Dhamma Talk & 135th Birth Anniversary Celebration of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar

The Ambedkarite Buddhist Association of Texas (ABAT) warmly invites you to a special spiritual gathering — a monthly Dhamma Talk combined with the 135th Birth Anniversary of BabaSaheb Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and the Birthday Celebration of Venerable Bhante Sumedha. This event is hosted by the Kunda Bankar & Jagdish Bankar Family and will be held…
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2026 Dhamma Talk

First Dhamma Talk hosted by Nandagawali family on January 18th 2026 at Mahabodhi at Garland, Texas.

69th Dhamma Chakra Pravartan Din

🌕 What is Dhamma Chakra Pravartan Din — and Why Do We Celebrate It? Dhamma Chakra Pravartan Din isn’t just a date on the calendar — it’s a day that changed the lives of millions. On October 14, 1956, Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, one of India’s greatest leaders, stood before a sea of people in…
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2025 Anand Bazaar (Indian Independence Celebration in Dallas, TX)

The Ambedkarite Buddhist Association of Texas (ABAT) is pleased to announce its continued participation in the 2025 Anand Bazaar, where—like every year—it will be hosting an interactive and welcoming booth. The primary goal of the ABAT booth is to create a meaningful platform for Ambedkarites and Buddhists in the community to connect with the ABAT…
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Working with North Texas Food Bank and HungerMitao

The Ambedkarite Buddhist Association of Texas (ABAT) actively engages in philanthropic efforts to uplift and support the local community, particularly through partnerships with organizations like the North Texas Food Bank and HungerMitao. Driven by the values of compassion, equality, and service rooted in Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s teachings, ABAT members regularly volunteer their time to assist…
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Ambedkar Buddhist Association of Texas (ABAT) Donated the Volumes Written by Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar to A. Frank Smith, Jr. Library Center at Southwestern University

February 20th, 2025 Ambedkar Buddhist Association of Texas (ABAT) donated the volumes written by Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar to A. Frank Smith Library at Southwestern University, Georgetown, Texas. Georgetown, TX – As a part of Black History Month, a panel discussion about the radical Black-Dalit solidarity work of Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar and the urgency for radical…
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Annual ABAT Toy Drive

As a tribute to our Messiah Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar’s Mahaparinirvan Din, our organization Ambedkarite Buddhist Association of Texas ( ABAT) initiated a mission ‘Payback to Society’. As part of this commitment, from last few years, our organization and with help of our generous members we donate toys to other nonprofit organizations who specifically cater to children…
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100th Dhamma Talk on Sunday January 21st, 2024 @10:30 AM

Dear All,  Namo Buddhaya and Jaibhim !!You are cordially invited to participate in this self-enlightment, mindful and healing journey with your family and friends.Organization:  A.B.A.T January 2024 Month Host : Roshani Ganvir & Arun Sahu FamilyType: Non-Profit Tax exempt 501 (C) (3) – EIN: 47-4992578100th Dhamma Talk on Sunday: January 21st, 2024 @10:30 AM ABAT organizes Dhamma Talk sessions, being held on every 2nd Sunday of the…
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