Archive · 16 Sep 2025
Differing Celebrations Planned for September 17 in Hyderabad
Hyderabad will see two distinct celebrations on September 17th.
The Central government, led by the BJP, will mark Hyderabad Liberation Day, remembering the region's integration into India.
The state government, under the Congress, will observe Praja Palana Dinotsavam, or People's Governance Day.
The events include flag-hoisting ceremonies, parades, and cultural events.
The central government's event will feature the National Flag unfurling by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.
The state government's event will feature the National Flag unfurling by Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy.
These differing themes reflect the parties' historical viewpoints on the event.
September 17 is the date of celebrations in Hyderabad, with differing themes.
The Central government is organizing Hyderabad Liberation Day celebrations.
The State government is celebrating Praja Palana Dinotsavam.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will hoist the National Flag at the central event.
Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy will hoist the National Flag at the state event.
- Who
- Central and State Governments, citizens
- What
- Celebrations for September 17
- When
- September 17
- Where
- Hyderabad, Telangana
- Why
- To commemorate the annexation of Hyderabad State and for governance.
State Government
Central Government
Event focus
State Government
Praja Palana Dinotsavam, focusing on people's governance.
Central Government
Hyderabad Liberation Day, commemorating annexation.
Significance
State Government
Celebration of good governance
Central Government
Recognition of liberation from Nizam's rule.
- Event
- Hyderabad Liberation Day and Praja Palana Dinotsavam
- Date
- September 17
- Location
- Hyderabad, Telangana
- Chief Guest (Center)
- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
- Chief Guest (State)
- Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy
- Theme (Center)
- Hyderabad Liberation Day
- Theme (State)
- Praja Palana Dinotsavam
