AMARAVATI (India CSR®): The 80th Independence Day was celebrated grandly at VIT-AP University. The Chief Guest, Matli Venu Gopal Reddy, IAS, Director, Department of Women Development and Child Welfare, Government of Andhra Pradesh, attended the celebrations and unfurled the national flag.
The Chief Guest felicitated a total of nine Unsung heroes from AP Police, AP Fire Services and APSRTC on the occasion (three firefighters, three APSRTC employees, and three police personnel) and presented them with mementos. Each awardee was also given a cash reward of Rs. 25,000.
Speaking on the occasion, Matli Venu Gopal Reddy, IAS, Director, Department of Women Development and Child Welfare, Government of Andhra Pradesh, appreciated VIT-AP University for its social responsibility initiatives. He particularly commended the university for recognizing and honouring the services of several unsung heroes every year on Independence Day and Republic Day—individuals who have made significant contributions to society and, in some cases, even sacrificed their lives while saving others. He called upon everyone to remember the great leaders who fought for the country’s freedom and to move forward with the spirit of those great leaders.
Vice-Chancellor Dr. P. Arulmozhivarman highlighted the university’s commitment to social responsibility and community engagement. He said, “Independence Day is not only a celebration of our freedom but also an occasion to recognize those who serve society with courage and selflessness. Honouring these unsung heroes is our humble tribute to their dedication and an inspiration for our students to embrace the values of service and responsibility.”
As part of the celebrations, 30 housekeeping staff members and 17 security personnel were also presented with certificates of appreciation in recognition of their outstanding performance and dedicated service to the university.
Details of the Honourees
Firefighting Personnel
- J. Ramanjula Reddy – Leading Fireman, Tadipatri Fire Station, Anantapur District
- R. Uma Maheswara Rao – Driver Operator, Narasannapeta Fire Station, Srikakulam District
- P. Mohan Babu – Fireman, Visakhapatnam Fire Station, Visakhapatnam District
These three personnel demonstrated exceptional dedication in saving people’s lives during various incidents. Each of them was presented with a reward of Rs. 25,000.
APSRTC Personnel
- S. Jahangir – Driver, Jammalamadugu RTC Depot
- D. Timothy – Driver, Nellore RTC Depot
- K. Srinivasa Rao – Driver, Gannavaram RTC Depot
These three drivers displayed remarkable commitment to passenger safety. On different occasions, despite suffering serious health emergencies themselves, they managed to bring their buses carrying numerous passengers to a safe stop without regard for their own lives. Their dedication and unwavering commitment to passenger service were highly appreciated. Each of them was presented with a reward of Rs. 25,000.
Police Personnel
- Y. Baburao – Head Constable, APSP 6th Battalion
- M. Ramamohan – RSI, APSP 11th Battalion
- B. Chandrasekhar – Head Constable, APSP 16th Battalion
These three police personnel demonstrated their commitment by saving the lives of many people during various incidents. They also rescued several people who were stranded during Cyclone Montha, thereby displaying exceptional courage and dedication. Each of them was presented with a reward of Rs. 25,000.
The programme was attended by Registrar Dr. Jagadish Chandra Mudiganti, Deputy Director of Student Welfare Dr. S. K. Khadeer Pasha, faculty members, students, and others.
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