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Children pay tribute to YSR

— Photo: Singam Venkataramana

FUNTIME: Children at a fancy dress competition organised by YMCA district unit in Nalgonda on Saturday.

NALGONDA: Attired in impressive costumes, children showcased their talent in various cultural competitions organised by the YMCA Nalgonda unit in memory of former Chief Minister Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy at the Town Hall here on Saturday.

Nalgonda MP G Sukhender Reddy inaugurated the two-day cultural programme in the morning. The children paid rich cultural tributes to YSR at the inaugural ceremony. Some of the children captivated the audience in the attire of YSR during the fancy dress competition.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr Sukhender Reddy said that YSR initiated several beneficial schemes like Rajiv Arogyasri to serve the cause of the poor and underprivileged sections.

Describing YSR as a visionary leader, Mr Reddy said that the former Chief Minister strived relentlessly to ensure comprehensive development of the State in all spheres and carve out a bright future for the children.

YMCA district convener Williams recalled the services of YSR to the welfare of minorities. “The cultural event is being organised in memory of the great leader who made untiring efforts for the comprehensive development of the State,” he remarked.

Children from across the district are participating in the cultural competitions. Congress MLAs Ch Lingaiah and Balu Naik also spoke.

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