Vizag commemorates 154th birth anniversary of Prakasam Pantulu
The 154th birth anniversary of Andhra Kesari, Tanguturi Prakasam Pantulu, was marked by two significant events in Vizag on Sunday. At the Collectorate, District Revenue Officer M. Visweswara Naidu honored the freedom fighter by placing flowers on a portrait, reflecting on Pantulu's fearless contributions to the independence movement and his dedication to public welfare. Naidu underscored Pantulu's tenure as the first Chief Minister of Andhra State, highlighting his exemplary public service.
Concurrently, the Gandhi Centre and Bala Vikas Foundation co-hosted a program at Dr. L.B. College's Gandhi Centre hall. Chief guest and former Andhra University Vice-Chancellor Nageswara Rao paid tribute to Pantulu's unwavering stance against the Simon Commission and his pivotal role as the Andhra State's inaugural Chief Minister. Rao encouraged the younger generation to adopt Pantulu's principles and ideals.
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