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Hans India
19-06-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Plea to develop Rajahmundry as a beacon of knowledge
Rajamahendravaram: Rajahmundry Rural MLA Gorantla Butchaiah Chowdary met Minister Nara Lokeshin Amaravati and appealed to him to transform the historic city of Rajamahendravaram, known as the cradle of Telugu culture and traditions, into a beacon of knowledge and excellence. During an hour-long discussion, Butchaiah explained the need to restore the Potti Sreeramulu Telugu University, often regarded as the brainchild of the late NT Rama Rao, to its past glory. He requested the minister to allocate the necessary funds to improve the academic standards and vocational skill development for students in the region. He also brought to Lokesh's attention the urgent need to modernise drainage systems at various junctions in both Rural and City limits of Rajahmundry. Special mention was made of the Rs 3 crore pumping house project currently progressing rapidly near Sai Baba temple in Dowleswaram. As a token of the massive public response received during the 'Yuvagalam Padayatra', Nara Lokesh presented a souvenir featuring photo highlights of the campaign to Butchaiah Chowdary. The minister reportedly stated that the Coalition Government is committed to transforming Rajamahendravaram into a spectacular venue for the upcoming 2027 Godavari Pushkaralu, ensuring it becomes a model of cultural and infrastructural excellence. Lokesh also assured that efforts will be intensified to establish new universities and skill development centres to lay a strong foundation for the future of students. Expressing his joy, Butchaiah shared that Lokesh affectionately greeted him as 'Taata' (Grandpa), reflecting their warm camaraderie.
New Indian Express
10-06-2025
- General
- New Indian Express
Kakatiya-era sculpture of warriors unearthed in Telangana's Polasa
JAGTIAL: A rare sculpture dating back to the Kakatiya period, depicting two warriors locked in horseback combat, came to light following the recent rains in Polasa village, about seven kilometres from the Jagtial district headquarters. Villagers discovered the half-buried artefact under a bush near Sri Poulastheswara Swamy temple during their early morning farm work on Monday. The partially damaged stone shows a warrior overpowering another in battle. Speaking to TNIE, historian Sankepalli Nagendra Sharma urged the government to initiate excavations in the area, stating, 'There is a treasure trove of history buried here. The sculpture belongs to the Kakatiya period. Further excavation will reveal valuable insights for future generations.' Assistant archaeologist S Raviteja told TNIE that the region, especially Polasa, is rich in historical remnants, many of which date back to the 11th century and could be linked to the Kakatiya dynasty. 'Polasa has seen the rule of several dynasties, including the Chalukyas and Kakatiyas.' An inscription was found etched on the stone beside the sculpture. Though the script appears faded, early observations suggest it could be in Devanagari, although this is yet to be confirmed. Nagendra Sharma said they have informed the epigraphy department, which will ascertain the excavation and provide a detailed report. 'We will visit the site to study and attempt to decipher the script,' Raviteja said. In 2021, research scholar Pyata Srilatha of Potti Sreeramulu Telugu University presented a paper identifying Polasa as once being the capital of Polavasadesa, ruled by chiefs affiliated with the Rashtrakutas. The village still bears ruins of ancient temples, sculptures and a mud fort with a surviving moat. (With inputs from Akhil Kumar)
Hans India
06-06-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Statues along Godavari Bund to be arranged uniformly
Rajamahendravaram: Rajahmundry MLA Adireddy Srinivas has clarified that there are no plans to remove the statues of 13 prominent personalities installed along the Godavari Bund. Speaking at an all-party meeting organised by the Rajahmundry Heritage Protection Committee at Krishna Sai Kalyana Mandapam on Thursday, the MLA dismissed rumours suggesting otherwise. He stated that as part of the Riverfront Beautification Project, the existing statues will not be removed but will be arranged uniformly to enhance the aesthetic appeal. The MLA assured that the construction of the riverfront will not affect the traditional Pindala Revu, and alternative arrangements for performing ancestral rituals will be made near the adjacent cowshed area. He also said that priests and devotees performing shraddha karmas would not face any inconvenience due to the new development. Furthermore, he announced that the tender process for the beautification of the iconic Havelock Bridge as a tourist spot has been completed with an outlay of Rs 100 crore. An additional Rs 50 crore will be spent on upgrading the river ghats. District Congress President TK Visweswara Reddy, who coordinated the meeting, commended the government's efforts in bringing the central office of Potti Sreeramulu Telugu University to Rajamahendravaram. He demanded the immediate conduct of municipal corporation elections for accelerated urban development, especially ahead of the upcoming Godavari Pushkarams, which are expected to draw lakhs of pilgrims. He further urged the immediate inauguration of the completed Science Museum in Bommuru and proposed setting up a waste-to-energy power plant in the city as a first-of-its-kind initiative in the state. Prominent advocate Madduri Siva Subbarao presided over the all-party meeting. YSR Congress Party spokesperson Margani Bharat Ram called for the construction of a service road adjacent to the Morampudi Flyover and the installation of streetlights atop the structure. He also demanded additional flyovers from Vemagiri Junction to Diwan Cheruvu to ease traffic congestion in view of the city's growing population. CPI district secretary T Madhu requested the installation of a statue of former and the first MLA Chitturi Prabhakara Choudary along the Godavari Bund. CPM district secretary T Arun mentioned the city's drinking water issues and urged for immediate flood mitigation measures. The all-party meeting concluded with the passing of several resolutions, which will be submitted to the District Collector and Municipal Commissioner, urging swift implementation, said Madduri Siva Subbarao. Former MLA Routhu Suryaprakasa Rao, Desireddy Balarama Naidu, Madeti Ravi Prakash, KK Sanjeeva Rao, Abdulla Sharif, Asadullah Ahmed, and P Kondalarao were among the attendees.
