Bronze Statue Unveiling of Padma Shri Sirivennela Seetharama Sastry Held at Anakapalli

The bronze statue unveiling ceremony of legendary lyricist and Padma Shri awardee Sirivennela Seetharama Sastry was held in a grand manner at Gandhinagar, Anakapalli, near the Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple. The event was organized under the aegis of the TANA Literary Wing – TANA World Literary Forum, with the support of the Government of Andhra Pradesh and the Anakapalli Sirivennela Kalapeetham.

The programme was presided over by former Minister and Anakapalli MLA Sri Konathala Ramakrishna. The statue was ceremoniously unveiled by renowned filmmaker Sri Trivikram Srinivas, in the presence of Sirivennela Seetharama Sastry’s family members. Following the unveiling, a Sirivennela Seetharama Sastry Mahotsava Sabha was held at the Pentakota Convention Hall.

Addressing the gathering, Sri Konathala Ramakrishna recalled that Sirivennela Seetharama Sastry, born on the auspicious day of Ratha Saptami in Anakapalli, rose to national and international prominence as an eminent poet and lyricist, bringing immense pride and recognition to his birthplace. Sri Trivikram Srinivas praised Sirivennela's contributions to Telugu literature and cinema, highlighting his unique style and impact.

The event was a fitting tribute to Sirivennela Seetharama Sastry's enduring legacy, with his family, friends, and admirers paying homage to his remarkable achievements.