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Hans India
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Need for awareness of Constitution stressed
Ongole: The speakers at the programme, 'Indian Constitution- Minimum Awareness' and prize distribution for the elocution competition held in Ongole on Saturday, emphasised that the Indian constitution guarantees freedom, equality, and empowerment, but the people with no awareness of it are losing them one by one. Prakasam Zilla Abhivriddhi Vedika president and Samyukt Kisan Morcha district convener Chunduri Rangarao presided over the meeting that was held by the Prakasam Zilla Abhivriddhi Vedika, Organisation for Protection of Democratic Rights, Democratic Rights Protection Forum, and other public fronts, and in which former Chief Information Commissioner Madabhushi Sridhar Acharyulu, former Agriculture Minister and state convener for Samyukt Kisan Morcha Vadde Sobhanadriswara Rao participated as the chief guests. Addressing the gathering, Sridhar Acharyulu expressed concern that many Indians still lack basic constitutional knowledge and are confused over the celebrations of Independence Day and Republic Day. He noted that Dr BR Ambedkar enshrined equal rights, freedom, and liberty for all citizens in the Constitution, but ruling parties make amendments according to their preferences. He criticised the attempt of the Election Commission to delete 65 lakh votes in Bihar and appreciated the Supreme Court intervention. He questioned the fate of democracy in the State when the locals are forced not to use their right to vote. He warned the youth to keep track of their vote and exercise their right to elect only people with no criminal background. He highlighted economic inequality, stating that while a few corporate forces accumulate wealth worth lakhs of crores, the majority's economic situation deteriorates significantly. Former Agriculture Minister Sobhanadriswara Rao emphasised that constitutional awareness helps citizens understand both their rights and duties. He criticised rulers for trampling the constitution while allowing corporate forces to exploit national resources. He noted that 48 percent of national wealth is concentrated among 21 corporate entities. Rangarao observed that the makers of the constitution wanted everyone in the country to prosper with development, education, and opportunities, but this was not achieved even after 79 years of Independence. He said that though people are educated now, they do not have the minimum understanding of their constitutional rights and duties. That is why, he opined, the rulers are infringing on the rights of the public. Other speakers, Retired Degree College principal Sanku Manorama, Senior Advocate Panguluri Govindaiah, OPDR president Chavali Sudhakar, Chunchu Seshaiah, and others observed that the constitution is in crisis now. They said that the rulers are promoting religious patriotism while endangering secularism in the country. They said that the people claiming themselves as public servants were torturing the public, and are even pressuring the judges. They said that though the constitution is not comprehensive, the fundamental rights are still able to protect the public. The seminar concluded with the prize distribution for the winners of the elocution competition, which was held from July 20. Saisri from Addanki GGH School won first prize, Farhan from Markapur ZPHS secured second place, and M Nandini from Etamukkala ZPHS received third prize, along with several consolation prizes from others.
Hans India
12-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Elocution competition on Indian Constitution from July 20
Ongole: Prakasam Zilla Abhivriddhi Vedika president Chunduri Rangarao announced that in association with Organisation for Protection of Democratic Rights, Constitutional Rights Protection Forum, and other public fronts, they are conducting an elocution competition on Constitution of India, from July 20 to 26 in Ongole, to educate citizens about their fundamental rights and responsibilities. Speaking at a press conference in Ongole on Friday, Rangarao emphasised that every citizen must develop awareness about the Constitution and protect the rights and responsibilities it guarantees. He highlighted that the Indian Constitution, crafted under Dr BR Ambedkar's leadership and implemented on January 26, 1950, is the world's finest constitution after studying the constitutions of various countries. He described the Constitution as India's 'Dharma Sastra', and noted that all Indian citizens are duty-bound to accept it. Chunduri Rangarao, OPDR AP president; Chavali Sudhakar, PTSU AP vice president; Rajasekhar, and others explained that the elocution competition will be held in students and youth categories, from July 20 to 26, between 10 am and 2 pm, at Media Cameramen Association Bhavan, in Devudu Cheruvu, Ongole. They informed that there is a cash prize of Rs 10,000 for first, second, and third positions, along with 10 consolation prizes and prize distribution will be held in August first week, with retired Central Information Commission Commissioner Madabhushi Sridhar as the chief guest. The organisers encouraged maximum participation in the competition to ensure the program's success. They emphasized that awareness of the Constitution at the student level is crucial for the nation's comprehensive development.
Hans India
23-04-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Elocution contest on Constitution in July
Ongole: Everyone should have a basic understanding of the Indian Constitution to protect their rights, observed Prakasam Zilla Abhivriddhi Vedika president Chunduri Rangarao. The Prakasam Zilla Abhivruddhi Vedika, Organisation for Protection of Democratic Rights (OPDR), Constitutional Rights Protection Forum (CRPF), and various people's organisations will conduct elocution competitions for students and youth on the subject 'Minimum Understanding of the Indian Constitution' in July. A delegation including Chunduri Rangarao, retired Deputy Collector P Perayya, OPGR State President Chavali Sudhakar Rao, retired headmaster Dhulipalla Venkateswarlu, and Ravindra Bharati school teacher Srinu visited several school principals in Ongole to distribute educational books to the students interested in participating in the competition. The books distributed included 'Minimum Understanding of Indian Constitution,' published by RTI Campaign Forum, 'Dr BR Ambedkar's Three Historic Speeches in the Constituent Assembly,' and 'Indian Constitutional Preamble' authored by Prof Madabhushi Sridhar. These books were provided to various government and municipal schools, including PVR Boys High School, PVR Junior College, Gowtham High School, Gowtham Junior College, Narayana Boys and Girls Junior Colleges in Ongole. Speaking on the occasion, Rangarao said that people need a basic understanding of the Constitution to protect their rights.
