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Andhra Pradesh Launches Potti Sriramulu Memorial Drive, Declares Dec. 15 ‘Day of Sacrifice’

The Naidu government frames the memorials as heritage-led development, prompting opposition criticism over funding responsibilities.

Overview

  • Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu said the state will observe December 15 as the Day of Sacrifice in memory of Potti Sriramulu.
  • A Smruthi Vanam is planned in Amaravati with a 58-foot 'Statue of Sacrifice' on roughly 6.5–6.8 acres within CRDA limits, with land already allocated.
  • The house in Chennai where Sriramulu died and his residence in Nellore will be developed as memorials, with official commemorations scheduled through March 16, 2026.
  • Officials announced plans to develop Juvvaladinne as a tourist destination, alongside a proposed health centre and a Zilla Parishad High School for local needs.
  • YSR Congress Party leaders opposed calls for public donations for the statue and questioned the government’s priorities, while TGV Group pledged ₹1 crore toward Amaravati works.