The Telugu Desam Party celebrated the 60th anniversary of NTR's entry into the film industry with grand Diamond Jubilee celebrations in Vijayawada. Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu called for a Bharat Ratna award for NTR, recognizing his contributions to eradicating poverty and providing basic necessities to the poor. Former Vice-President M Venkaiah Naidu also spoke at the event, emphasizing the need for NTR's life history to be included in school syllabus to inspire future generations.
Bharat Ratna for NTR: A Tribute to a Legendary Leader
Background:
Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao (NTR), popularly known as NTR, was an iconic actor, filmmaker, and politician who served as the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh for three terms. He founded the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) in 1982 and led it to historic victories in subsequent elections.
Diamond Jubilee Celebrations and Bharat Ratna Demand:
To commemorate the 60th anniversary of NTR's entry into the film industry, the TDP held grand Diamond Jubilee celebrations in Vijayawada. During the event, Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, who is NTR's son, called for the posthumous conferment of the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian honor, on his late father.
Naidu highlighted NTR's outstanding contributions to society, including his efforts to eradicate poverty through the "Janmabhoomi" program and his provision of basic necessities to the poor. Former Vice-President M Venkaiah Naidu also emphasized the need to include NTR's life history in school syllabus to inspire future generations.
Support for the Bharat Ratna Conferment:
The demand for NTR's Bharat Ratna honor has gained support from various quarters, including political leaders, actors, and the general public. Many believe that his selfless service, innovative governance, and unwavering commitment to social upliftment make him deserving of the highest civilian award.
Top 5 FAQs:
1. Who was NTR? NTR was a renowned actor, filmmaker, and politician who served as the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh for three terms.
2. Why is the Bharat Ratna being demanded for NTR? His contributions to eradicating poverty, providing basic necessities to the poor, and his innovative governance are cited as reasons for the Bharat Ratna demand.
3. Who is leading the campaign for NTR's Bharat Ratna? His son, Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, is spearheading the campaign, which has gained support from political leaders, actors, and the public.
4. Has NTR ever received the Bharat Ratna? No, NTR has not been posthumously awarded the Bharat Ratna.
5. When is the Bharat Ratna likely to be conferred on NTR? The Bharat Ratna is not a regular award, and its conferment depends on the decision of the Government of India. The timing of its conferment is unpredictable.
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