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Time of India
29-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Late chief minister Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao's AI avatar stirs emotion and nostalgia among TDP cadres
Kadapa: In a one-of-its-kind innovative attempt, TDP paid rich tributes to its founder and late chief minister Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao (NTR) on his birth anniversary by playing an artificial intelligence (AI)-generated video of the legendary leader. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The video, shown to lakhs of party workers present at the Mahanadu venue, recreated NTR's voice and spirit, drawing an overwhelming and emotional response from the crowd. The AI-generated speech, one of the key highlights on the second and penultimate day of TDP's annual conclave, saw NTR addressing the gathering with a powerful message about the 43-year journey of the party, its mission, and its future. His words stirred deep emotion and nostalgia among the party cadres, many of whom gave a standing ovation after the speech concluded. In the AI video, NTR started by greeting Telugu people around the world, especially appreciating farmers, workers, artists, and loyal party cadres. He said TDP was not just a political party but a movement built from the struggles of the common man: "It has been exactly 43 years since the birth of Telugu Desam Party, a movement I proudly say was founded by me — not just as a political party, but as a dream born from the pain of the common people, from the sweat of labourers, and from the cries of the oppressed. " NTR also showered praises on chief minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu for his leadership and vision in transforming Andhra Pradesh. He recalled key achievements like building the Tank Bund, developing Cyberabad as a tech hub, and launching major irrigation projects like Pattiseema. "From building Tank Bund to creating Cyberabad, Chandrababu Naidu transformed the Telugu land with vision and innovation. When I once asked when Godavari would meet Krishna, he made it happen through Pattiseema," said NTR in the video. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now He also lauded welfare schemes like the ₹2/kg rice program which started during his time and how it has now evolved into the P4 model under Naidu's leadership to help poor families become financially secure. In the video, NTR also expressed pride in minister Nara Lokesh, calling him a "young leader who is carrying forward his dream of empowering youth and standing by party workers. Today, my grandson Lokesh is fulfilling my dream and working for the betterment of people. Watching him from the heavens, I feel proud and emotional." The speech concluded with blessings and wishes for a bright and united future for Telugu people: "May the Telugu land flourish like a field full of harvest. May every home bloom with eternal spring. May the dedication of our government yield fruitful results. May all people live in harmony and happiness. Sarve Jana Sukhino Bhavantu."
Hans India
28-05-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
TDP Pays Emotional Tribute to Late NTR With AI-Generated Speech at Mahanadu
Kadapa: On the occasion of TDP founder Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao's (NTR) birth anniversary, the party paid a heartfelt tribute by playing an Artificial Intelligence-generated video of the legendary leader at its annual conclave Mahanadu in Kadapa. The video, shown to lakhs of party workers present at the venue, recreated NTR's voice and spirit, drawing an overwhelming and emotional response from the crowd. The AI-generated speech, one of the key highlights of Mahanadu Day 2, featured NTR addressing the gathering with a powerful message about the 43-year journey of the Telugu Desam Party, its mission, and the future ahead. His words stirred deep emotion and nostalgiat among the party cadres, many of whom gave a standing ovation. In the video, NTR opened with a greeting to all Telugu people around the world, especially appreciating farmers, workers, artists, and the loyal party cadre. He said the TDP was not just a political party but a movement built from the struggles of the common man. 'It has been exactly 43 years since the birth of Telugu Desam Party, a movement I proudly say was founded by me—not just as a political party, but as a dream born from the pain of the common people, from the sweat of laborers, and from the cries of the oppressed.' In the video, NTR praised CM Chandrababu Naidu for his leadership and vision in transforming Andhra Pradesh. He recalled key achievements like building Tank Bund, developing Cyberabad as a tech hub, and launching major irrigation projects like Pattiseema. 'From building Tank Bund to creating Cyberabad, Chandrababu Naidu transformed the Telugu land with vision and innovation… When I once asked when Godavari would meet Krishna, we made it happen through Pattiseema.' He also lauded welfare schemes like the ₹2/kg rice program which began during his time and how it had evolved into the P4 model under CM Chandrababu's leadership to help poor families become financially secure. In the video, NTR expressed pride in Minister Nara Lokesh, calling him a young leader who is carrying forward his dream of empowering youth and standing by party workers. 'Today, my grandson Lokesh is fulfilling that dream and working for betterment of people… Watching him from the heavens, I feel proud and emotional." The speech concluded with blessings and a wish for a bright and united future for Telugu people: 'May the Telugu land flourish like a field full of harvest, May every home bloom with eternal spring, May the dedication of our government yield fruitful results, And may all people live in harmony and happiness. Sarve Jana Sukhino Bhavantu.'
Time of India
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
AI brings NTR back to life at TDP Mahanadu, party workers moved to tears
On NTR's birth anniversary, the TDP honored its founder with an AI-generated video at Mahanadu, evoking strong emotions. The video featured NTR's recreated voice addressing party workers, emphasizing TDP's 43-year journey and mission. VIJAYAWADA: Telugu Desam Party (TDP) has paid rich tributes to party founder and late chief minister Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao (NTR) on his birth anniversary by playing an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-generated video of the legendary leader. The video, shown to lakhs of party workers present at the Mahanadu venue, recreated NTR's voice and spirit, drawing an overwhelming and emotional response from the crowd. The AI-generated speech, one of the key highlights of Mahanadu Day 2, featured NTR addressing the gathering with a powerful message about the 43-year journey of the Telugu Desam Party, its mission, and the future ahead. His words stirred deep emotion and nostalgia among the party cadres, many of whom gave a standing ovation. NTR's words stirred deep emotion and nostalgia among the party cadres, many of whom gave a standing ovation. In the video, NTR opened with a greeting to all Telugu people around the world, especially appreciating farmers, workers, artists, and the loyal party cadre. He said the TDP was not just a political party but a movement built from the struggles of the common man. 'It has been exactly 43 years since the birth of Telugu Desam Party, a movement I proudly say was founded by me—not just as a political party, but as a dream born from the pain of the common people, from the sweat of laborers, and from the cries of the oppressed.' NTR had also showered praises on chief minister Chandrababu Naidu for his leadership and vision in transforming Andhra Pradesh. He recalled key achievements like building Tank Bund, developing Cyberabad as a tech hub, and launching major irrigation projects like Pattiseema. 'From building Tank Bund to creating Cyberabad, Chandrababu Naidu transformed the Telugu land with vision and innovation. When I once asked when Godavari would meet Krishna, he made it happen through Pattiseema,' said NTR in video. He also lauded welfare schemes like the ₹2/kg rice program which began during his time and how it had evolved into the P4 model under Naidu's leadership to help poor families become financially secure. In the video, NTR expressed pride in minister Nara Lokesh, calling him a young leader who is carrying forward his dream of empowering youth and standing by party workers. 'Today, my grandson Lokesh is fulfilling that dream and working for betterment of people… Watching him from the heavens, I feel proud and emotional," said NTR. The speech concluded with blessings and a wish for a bright and united future for Telugu people: 'May the Telugu land flourish like a field full of harvest, May every home bloom with eternal spring, May the dedication of our government yield fruitful results, And may all people live in harmony and Jana Sukhino Bhavantu.'
Hans India
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Telangana Taps Miss World Pageant to Showcase State's Tourism Potential to Global Audience
New Delhi/Hyderabad: In a major push to position Telangana as a premier global tourism destination, the state government has unveiled a comprehensive promotional strategy centered around the upcoming Miss World pageant. This initiative aligns with the vision of Hon'ble Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy to boost tourism-led economic growth and attract significant investment into the sector. With representatives from over 120 countries participating and broadcast coverage reaching more than 150 nations, the Miss World pageant is expected to offer an unprecedented platform to highlight Telangana's rich cultural heritage, historical landmarks, and modern infrastructure to an international audience. The initiative forms a key component of the state's broader tourism roadmap, aimed at drawing investments exceeding ₹15,000 crore and significantly increasing both domestic and international tourist footfall. As part of the campaign, contestants will embark on a curated tour across Telangana from May 12 to May 21. The journey begins with a Heritage Walk through Hyderabad's historic Charminar and Laad Bazaar on May 12, showcasing the city's vibrant culture. On May 13, they will visit the majestic Chowmahalla Palace to experience the grandeur of Hyderabad's royal legacy. The following day, May 14, is dedicated to exploring Warangal's iconic landmarks, including the Thousand Pillar Temple, Warangal Fort, and the UNESCO-recognized Ramappa Temple, where a live performance of the ancient Perini Dance will be held. On May 15, the focus shifts to spiritual tourism with a visit to the Yadagirigutta temple, followed by a trip to Pochampally, famed for its handloom traditions. May 16 emphasizes medical and experiential tourism, featuring visits to prominent healthcare institutions, Experience Park in Hyderabad, and the ancient Pillalamarri banyan tree in Mahabubnagar. The tour continues on May 17 with a visit to Ramoji Film City, one of the world's largest film studio complexes. On May 18, the contestants will explore the Telangana Police Integrated Command and Control Centre to understand the state's advanced public safety systems. That evening, they will attend a presentation on Telangana's development journey and enjoy the festive 'Sunday-Funday Carnival' at Tank Bund. Contestants will also attend an IPL match at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium on either May 20 or 21. The cultural immersion will conclude on May 21 with an arts and crafts workshop at Shilparamam, where participants will engage directly with local artisans and traditional art forms. Through this high-visibility international event, Telangana aims to promote diverse tourism themes including heritage, spirituality, wellness, handlooms, and film tourism. The government sees this effort as a means to drive inclusive growth, generate employment, and establish Telangana as a vibrant, multi-dimensional tourism hub on the global map.
