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Prakasam Pantulu was deeply influenced by Mahatma Gandhi and participated very actively in the Civil Disobedience Movement and Quit India Movement.
Tanguturi Prakasam Pantulu, fondly known as Andhra Kesari (The Lion of Andhra), was born on August 23, 1872.
He was a prominent freedom fighter, lawyer, and the first Chief Minister of the erstwhile Andhra State. Prakasam Pantulu played a crucial role in India’s independence movement and the formation of Andhra Pradesh.
Prakasam Pantulu’s contributions to the Indian freedom struggle are legendary. He gained national fame during the Simon Commission protests in 1928, where he courageously defied British authorities in Madras, earning him the title “Andhra Kesari.”
Prakasam Pantulu was deeply influenced by Mahatma Gandhi and participated very actively in the Civil Disobedience Movement and Quit India Movement.
In 1953, after the creation of the Andhra State from the Madras Presidency, Tanguturi Prakasam Pantulu was appointed as its first Chief Minister.
His tenure was marked by his dedication to social justice, education, and economic development. He was instrumental in laying the foundation for the state’s infrastructure and governance.
Prakasam Pantulu’s legacy continues to inspire generations, symbolizing courage, leadership, and unwavering commitment to the welfare of the people.
His birth anniversary is a day to remember his significant contributions to the nation and the state of Andhra Pradesh.
