Officials from Andhra University celebrated 72nd Republic Day at AU grounds here on Tuesday. Vice- Chancellor P.V.G.D. Prasad Reddy unfurled the national flag along with officials and paid floral tributes at the statues of Mahatma Gandhi and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.
Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Prasad Reddy recalled the struggle of freedom fighters for Independence and efforts of Dr. B.R Ambedkar for playing a key role in drafting the Constitution. Later the V-C gave away awards to NSS candidates and programme officers. A parade by NCC, NSS and AU security personnel stood as a major attraction.
At Andhra Medical College, Principal P.V. Sudhakar unfurled the national flag and addressed the gathering, remembering the sacrifices made by freedom fighters and Constitution makers. Merit certificates were given to the staff and students of various departments for their contribution to the college, hospital and peripheral hospitals.
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