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CM Chandrababu Naidu promises to establish Telugu varsity, name it after Potti Sriramulu

VIJAYAWADA: Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu promised to establish a Telugu university in the State and name it after Potti Sriramulu, the freedom fighter known for his pivotal role in the formation on Andhra Pradesh.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has announced plans to establish a Telugu University named after Potti Sriramulu, a revered figure known for his role in the creation of Andhra Pradesh. This initiative aims to promote Telugu language, culture, and literature. Naidu emphasized the importance of preserving and promoting Telugu identity, highlighting Sriramulu's sacrifice for the state's formation. The announcement was made during a tribute event on Potti Sriramulu's birth anniversary, underscoring the government's commitment to cultural and educational development in the region.

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