7 months ago
Goddess Parameswari’s Sacrifice Day as State Festival
The government of Andhra Pradesh has decided to celebrate the day Goddess Vasavi Kanyaka Parameswari made her ultimate sacrifice as a state festival.
This decision was announced by the Water Resources Minister, Nimmala Ramanaidu, during a visit to the Goddess's shrine.
The Goddess is seen as a symbol of sacrifice, truth, and feminine power.
The minister emphasized that her message is for everyone, regardless of caste or religion.
This celebration is a way for the state to pay tribute to the Goddess and her teachings.
Andhra Pradesh government declares Goddess Parameswari’s self-sacrifice day as a state festival.
Announcement made by Water Resources Minister Nimmala Ramanaidu at the Goddess's shrine in Penugonda.
Goddess Parameswari is honored as a symbol of sacrifice, truth, and righteousness.
Her message is considered universal, transcending caste and religion.
The decision reflects the state government's tribute to the Goddess and her teachings.
- Who
- Andhra Pradesh government
- What
- Declared Goddess Parameswari’s self-sacrifice day as a state festival
- Where
- Penugonda, Andhra Pradesh
- When
- Announced on Tuesday
- Why
- To honor the Goddess's sacrifice and message of righteousness
Key facts
- Goddess
- Vasavi Kanyaka Parameswari
- State
- Andhra Pradesh
- Announced By
- Water Resources Minister Nimmala Ramanaidu
- Significance
- Symbol of sacrifice, truth, and righteousness
- Message
- Universal, transcending caste and religion
Quotes
Dr Palle Raghunath Reddy
Former Minister
“Following the formation of the coalition government, Atmarpana Day of Goddess Vasavi Parameshwari revered as the deity of the Arya Vaisya community has been officially recognized and is being celebrated as a state festival across Andhra Pradesh.”
thehansindia.com
“Her supreme sacrifice stands as an eternal example of virtue and courage.”
thehansindia.com
