Archive · 25 Jul 2026
Ayyanki Venkata Ramanaiah's 136th Birth Anniversary Celebrated
Ayyanki Venkata Ramanaiah, known as the father of India’s library movement, was honored on his 136th birth anniversary.
The celebration took place at Tagore Library in Vijayawada and included tributes, a book release, and literary discussions.
Ayyanki's grandson, Ayyanki Muralikrishna, and Kalimisri, editor of Nava Malleteega, were chief guests.
They released a book titled 'Manishi Kosam' by Padala Neela Ramesh Gautam.
The event highlighted Ayyanki's vision of public libraries as temples of knowledge and their evolution into hubs for career preparation.
The 136th birth anniversary of Ayyanki Venkata Ramanaiah was celebrated at Tagore Library in Vijayawada.
Ayyanki Muralikrishna and Kalimisri were chief guests and released the book 'Manishi Kosam' by Padala Neela Ramesh Gautam.
Ayyanki is regarded as the father of India’s library movement, promoting public libraries as temples of knowledge.
Libraries established through Ayyanki's vision have become hubs for career preparation and competitive examination aspirants.
The event included tributes, a book release, and literary discussions with notable participants.
- Who
- Ayyanki Venkata Ramanaiah, Ayyanki Muralikrishna, Kalimisri, Padala Neela Ramesh Gautam
- What
- 136th Birth Anniversary Celebration
- When
- Not specified
- Where
- Tagore Library, Vijayawada
- Why
- To honor Ayyanki Venkata Ramanaiah's contributions to the library movement and celebrate his legacy.
Celebration of Ayyanki's Legacy
Modern Relevance of Libraries
Significance of Ayyanki's Contributions
Celebration of Ayyanki's Legacy
Ayyanki Venkata Ramanaiah is celebrated as the father of India’s library movement, known for his visionary work in promoting public libraries.
Modern Relevance of Libraries
Libraries have evolved beyond just reading centers to become hubs for career preparation and competitive examination aspirants.
- Event
- 136th Birth Anniversary Celebration
- Location
- Tagore Library, Vijayawada
- Chief Guests
- Ayyanki Muralikrishna, Kalimisri
- Book Released
- Manishi Kosam by Padala Neela Ramesh Gautam
- Organizer
- Senior Librarian Ramadevi