Archive · 21 Jan 2026
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
- When
- Announced on Tuesday
- Where
- Penugonda, Andhra Pradesh
- Why
- To honor the Goddess's sacrifice and message of righteousness
- 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
