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Time of India
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Entries invited for int'l short film competition on Telugu language development
Guntur: The Andhra Saraswatha Parishath has announced an International Short Film Competition focused on the development of the Telugu language. Speaking to the media, Parishath president Dr Gajjal Srinivas said the competition will revolve around themes such as the historical grandeur of the Telugu language, the brilliance of Andhra Saraswatha, Telugu language development, the glory of Telugu, and the protection and promotion of the Telugu language. "The film screening ceremony will be held at the Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan premises, Guntur, on Sept 14," said Dr Srinivas. He added that entries must be exactly 5 minutes long, with a minimum duration of 4 minutes. Participants of all ages are welcome. However, content related to political parties, hate-inciting topics, or anything that disrupts national unity will not be permitted. Once submitted, entries cannot be withdrawn. Entries must be submitted by Aug 14 via 'WeTransfer' to aspshortfilmcontest@ Renowned actor and producer Lohit Kumar will serve as the chief coordinator, while Saketh Udayagiri (9182612419) will be the co-coordinator. Dr Srinivas also mentioned that a no objection certificate (NOC) from key technical team members is mandatory for submission. Each organisation can submit up to two entries. Both documentaries and narrative films are allowed, and the films should inspire future generations and the Telugu community while promoting the protection of the Telugu language. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Walmart Cameras Captured These Hilarious 20 Photos Old Money Style Undo World Telugu Conference chief coordinator P. Ramachandra Raju stated that the prizes for the contest will be Rs. 1 lakh for first place, Rs. 75,000 for second place, and Rs. 50,000 for third place. Additionally, three consolation prizes of ₹10,116 each will be awarded, along with honors for best actor, best actress, best writer, and best cinematography. The award ceremony will be held during the 3rd World Telugu Conference in Guntur on January 3, 2026. Winning films and those deemed eligible will be screened at the conference, said Reddappa Dhaveji.
Hans India
04-05-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Minister Pemmasani hands over ventilators to Guntur govt hospital
Guntur: Union Minister of State for Rural Development Dr Pemmasani Chandrashekar on Saturday handed over Rs 1.6 crore worth ventilators donated by the Indian Red Cross Society, Rs.29-lakh cheque donated by the Alumni of Guntur Medical College to the Guntur Government General Hospital, at a programme held at the Hospital. Later, he along with Mayor Kovelamudi Ravindra, MLA Md Naseer Ahmed, inaugurated the stepdown ICU and also unveiled the GGH logo. On the occasion, the Union Minister thanked the donors for donating six neonatal ventilators, four mobile ventilators, beds and air conditioners to the hospital. He said industrialist Tulasi Ramachandra Prabhu has undertaken the responsibility of constructing a service block at the GGH and setting up of an eye clinic, because he has confidence in the coalition government. Later, he along with Mayor Kovelamudi Ravindra, Andhra Saraswatha Parishath president Dr Ghajal Srinivas released the posters relating to the 3rd World Telugu Maha Sabhas to be held in Amaravati in 2026, at a programme held under the aegis of Andhra Saraswatha Parishath at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan. Speaking on this occasion, Dr Pemmasani Chandrashekar said, he will try to develop Telugu language. He said ' Compared to other languages, Telugu language is sweet.' He responded positively to invite the Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar to the 3rd World Telugu Maha Sabhas. Andhra Saraswatha Parishath president Dr Ghajal Srinivas said, they will conduct the 3rd World Telugu Maha Sabhas in a grand way to explain greatness, significance of Telugu language and Telugu literature.
