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Posted 05 Jul 2024

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Eminent freedom fighter Pingali Venkayya was remembered on his death anniversary (July 04).

About Pingali Venkayya (1876 - 1963)

  • Born in Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh.
  • Believer in Gandhian principles and an ardent nationalist.

Key Contributions

  • Served as a soldier in the British Army in South Africa during the Anglo Boer war (1899-1902). 
  • Designed the Indian National Flag on request of Mahatma Gandhi. 
  • Participated in different movements including Swadeshi Andolan under the leadership of Mahatma Gandhi.
  • “TirangaUtsav” was celebrated in 2022 on the occasion of his 146th birthday. 
  • Literary works: 'Bharatha Deshaniki Oka Jatiya Patakam' (National flag of India) in 1916.

Values

Courage, Nationalism, Patriotism, Dedication, etc.

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  • Pingali Venkayya
  • Freedom Fighter
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