KCR pays tribute to Telangana armed struggle fighter Chityala Ailamma

Lauds her as a symbol of Telangana women's power and courage of the downtrodden sections

Hyderabad: Commemorating Telangana armed struggle fighter Chityala Ailamma on her death anniversary on Tuesday, BRS chief and former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao paid homage to her enduring fighting spirit. He lauded her as a symbol of Telangana women’s power and courage of the downtrodden sections.

Chandrashekhar Rao said Ailamma’s indomitable fighting spirit, her resilience and resistance against oppressive regimes played a crucial role in the broader movement for Telangana statehood. “Ailamma’s defiance of anti-people forces remains a beacon of inspiration for all. Her resistance is timeless and continues to inspire us,” he remarked.

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In honour of her contributions, the former Chief Minister reminded that the BRS-led Telangana government officially celebrated Ailamma’s birth anniversary as part of efforts to ensure that her fighting spirit continues to inspire future generations.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao lauded Ailamma’s struggle for land rights, her fight against the oppressive Vettichakiri system, and her role in igniting the Telangana armed struggle. “Ailamma’s struggle inspired many people’s movements. She is a symbol of self-respect of the downtrodden sections of the society,” he said.

He said after formation of Telangana State, the K Chandrashekhar Rao government took numerous initiatives including incorporation of her biography in school curriculum, to ensure that Ailamma continues to inspire future generations. Besides naming the Palakurthy market yard after her, the government officially organised Ailamma’s birth and death anniversaries to honour her sacrifices.

Former Minister and senior BRS MLA T Harish Rao praised Ailamma as a Telangana hero who showcased the suffering and fighting spirit of the people of Telangana to the world. “The bravery and dynamism Ailamma displayed during the Telangana armed struggle is a great inspiration for today’s generation. Her spirit continues to guide us,” he said.