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.
