Archive · 17 Nov 2025
Ramoji Excellence Awards Honor Service, Innovation, and National Spirit
An awards ceremony was held to celebrate the life and work of a very important person named Ramoji Rao, who was a pioneer in media and a nation-builder.
India's Vice President and other leaders attended.
They presented awards to seven amazing people who have done great things in areas like journalism, art, helping people, and science.
The ceremony also celebrated Ramoji Rao's dedication to truth and values.
A special dictionary was also launched to honor his legacy.
The event highlighted how important it is to recognize people who make a positive impact on society.
It was a grand celebration of service, innovation, and the spirit of India.
The inaugural Ramoji Excellence Awards 2025 were held at Ramoji Film City to honor seven individuals for outstanding contributions.
Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan delivered the keynote, emphasizing Ramoji Rao's legacy as a visionary and nation-builder.
Telangana CM A. Revanth Reddy and Andhra Pradesh CM N. Chandrababu Naidu praised Ramoji Rao's values and the significance of the awards.
The Ramoji Dictionary, in English-to-Telugu and Telugu-to-Telugu editions, was unveiled by M. Venkaiah Naidu and Justice N. V. Ramana.
Awardees were recognized for excellence in Journalism, Youth Icon, Art & Culture, Rural Development, Service to Mankind, Women Achiever, and Science & Technology.
- Who
- Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan, Chief Ministers of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, Former Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu, Former Chief Justice N. V. Ramana, Union Ministers, Ramoji Group MD Ch. Kiron, and awardees.
- What
- The inaugural Ramoji Excellence Awards 2025 were presented to seven distinguished individuals across various fields, and the Ramoji Dictionary was unveiled.
- When
- This evening (November 17)
- Where
- Ramoji Film City, Hyderabad
- Why
- To honor the legacy of media baron Sri Ramoji Rao garu by recognizing individuals who embody excellence, service, and a national spirit.
Upholding Ramoji Rao's Legacy
Extending Influence Through Awards
Core Values of Journalism and Service
Upholding Ramoji Rao's Legacy
Speakers emphasized Ramoji Rao's lifelong commitment to truth, ethics, excellence, and public service as the foundation of his achievements and the inspiration for the awards.
Extending Influence Through Awards
The awards aim to continue Ramoji Rao's legacy by recognizing and honoring individuals who embody these values and make a positive difference in society through their work.
Impact of Ramoji Rao's Vision
Upholding Ramoji Rao's Legacy
Ramoji Rao is described as a visionary nation-builder who dominated various fields, transforming ideas into institutions and setting unmatched standards in media and enterprise.
Extending Influence Through Awards
His influence is felt in daily life through media like Eenadu and ETV News, and his visionary ideas led to landmarks like Ramoji Film City.
- Event
- Ramoji Excellence Awards 2025
- Inaugurated In Memory Of
- Sri Ramoji Rao garu
- Keynote Speaker
- Sri C. P. Radhakrishnan, Vice President of India
- Honored Attendees
- CMs of Telangana & Andhra Pradesh, Governor of Telangana, Former Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu, Former CJI N. V. Ramana, Union Minister K. Ram Mohan Naidu, Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy
- Award Categories (7 Honorees)
- Journalism, Youth Icon, Art & Culture, Rural Development, Service to Mankind, Women Achiever, Science & Technology
- Notable Milestone
- Unveiling of the Ramoji Dictionary (English-to-Telugu and Telugu-to-Telugu editions)
- Location
- Ramoji Film City, Hyderabad
