Telangana Thalli Statue Unveiled In Secretariat: Telangana Thalli Statue Represents State's Cultural Ethos Says CM Revanth
Says Dec 9, a landmark day for Telangana's identity, cultural pride
The Chief minister addressing gathering after unveiling the statue
Hyderabad: Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has described December 9 as a day of immense significance for Telangana.
Speaking in the Assembly, he reminded everyone that it was on this day in 2009 that the announcement for the formation of a separate Telangana State was made. He credited Congress leader Sonia Gandhi for fulfilling the long-cherished aspiration of the people of the region.
"The people of Telangana spearheaded the statehood movement with unwavering zeal, embodying the spirit of Daasarathi's words, ‘Naa Telangana… Koti Ratanala Veena’ (My Telangana, a veena of a crore gems). Recognition for any community stems from its identity, and the essence of identity lies in culture, which is symbolised by the mother," he stated.
The Chief Minister emphasised the pivotal role of Telangana Thalli (Mother Telangana) in uniting people during the Statehood movement.
"Telangana Thalli gave life to the concept of Telangana identity, constantly inspiring people toward achieving their goals. However, she lacked official recognition. To honour this maternal figure, who has been the soul of public struggles, our government has decided to unveil a statue of Telangana Talli on the Secretariat premises," he said. The Chief Minister elaborated on the design of the statue, stating it represents the ethos, traditions, and history of Telangana.
"The statue has been crafted with intricate details, including a serene face adorned with traditional attire, including a green sari, jewelry like bangles, necklaces, and nose pins. Similarly, it embodies the fighting spirit of historical icons like Chakali Ailamma, Sammakka, and Sarakka.
