Nadimpalli Venkata Lakshmi Narasimha Rao
Nadimpalli Narasimha Rao
Born1 January 1890
Guntur in the Guntur District of present day Andhra Pradesh, India
Died16 January 1978(1978-01-16) (aged 87)
Guntur, Andhra Pradesh
Other namesGuntur Kesari
EducationM.A. Economics, Barrister
Alma materAndhra Christian College, The University of Edinburgh, Lincoln's Inn
Organization(s)Guntur Municipal Corporation, Indian National Congress
MovementIndian independence movement
M. Venkaiah Naidu with the statue of Nadimpalli Venkata Lakshmi Narsimharao in Guntur

Nadimpalli Venkata Lakshmi Narasimha Rao (1 January 1890 - 16 January 1978) (often known as N.V.L.) of Guntur popularly known as "Guntur Kesari" was an Indian freedom fighter who worked in tandem with "Andhra Kesari" Tanguturi Prakasam Pantulu. In 1953 he acted as pro tem speaker of the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly.

Early life and education

He was born on 1 January 1890 in Guntur to parents Ramaiah and Lakshmamma.[1]

After graduating from Andhra Christian College in Guntur he travelled to England with his childhood friend Duggirala Gopalakrishnayya (Andhra Ratna) where he studied for his M.A. Hons (Economics) at Edinburgh University. He was then called to the bar at Lincoln's Inn.[2][3]

Career

In 1915, he enrolled in the Madras High Court.He joined the office as a junior to Tanguturi Prakasam (Andhra Kesari). He was nominated as chairman of Guntur Municipal Council by Shri Motilal Nehru, After he gave a welcome address to the committee led by Motilal Nehru defying the orders of the British Collector.[4]

In 1922, N.V.L Narasimharao was the first person to hoist the Flag of India during British rule when he did so on the Guntur Municipality building.[5]

Jinnah Tower

The Jinnah Tower project, initiated under the visionary leadership of NVL Narasimha Rao, aimed to promote communal harmony and bridge cultural divides within the city. The tower stands as a testament to NVL's commitment to fostering an atmosphere of peace, tolerance, and coexistence.

It has since become a symbol of unity, promoting understanding and dialogue among different communities in Guntur. NVL Narasimha Rao's vision and leadership in this project reflect his enduring commitment to building bridges and promoting peaceful coexistence in the diverse fabric of Indian society. [6]

Salt Satyagraha in Coastal Andhra

In 1930 he actively participated in the Salt March in Coastal Andhra, led by Mahatma Gandhi. As a Chairman of Municipality he made all employees volunteers to the Salt Satyagraha.[7]

Andhra Legislative Assembly

In 1953, just after the formation of the state of Andhra Pradesh, when Kurnool was the capital, he was made pro tem speaker of the newly formed Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly.[8]

References

  1. ↑ The Law Times. Published at the office of The Law times. 1815.
  2. ↑ Rao, P. Rajeswar (1991). The Great Indian Patriots, Volume 1. New Delhi: Mittal Publications. pp. 128–131. ISBN 9788170992806.
  3. ↑ "Makers of Modern India - Gem of an Andhra by Rama Rao Vadapalli V.B." www.boloji.com.
  4. ↑ Bhadriraju, Seshagirirao (1976). History of Freedom Movement in Guntur District, 1921-47. Andhra University. p. 422.
  5. ↑ Bhadriraju, Seshagirirao (1976). History of Freedom Movement in Guntur District, 1921-47. Andhra University.
  6. ↑ |url=http://archive.ptinews.com//news/13096055_Guntur-Jinnah-Tower-painted-in-tricolour.html
  7. ↑ Ch. M. Naidu (1986). Salt Satyagraha in Coastal Andhra. Mittal Publications. p. 103.
  8. ↑ AP Assembly Archives (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on 2 July 2019. Retrieved 23 June 2020. {{cite book}}: |website= ignored (help)
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