Indira Gandhi’s statue unveiled in Kamareddy, Congress leaders recall legacy

Hyderabad: A statue of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi was unveiled at Indira Chowk in Kamareddy town on Tuesday. Senior Congress leader and Telangana government advisor Mohammed Ali Shabbir led the ceremony, accompanied by Minister D. Seethakka, TPCC president Mahesh Kumar Goud, and Zaheerabad MP Suresh Kumar Shetkar.

Addressing the gathering, Shabbir Ali described the occasion as a proud moment for Kamareddy, a long-standing Congress stronghold. He recalled Indira Gandhi’s strong ties to the region and hailed her as a visionary who transformed the nation through decisive pro-poor policies. He cited the nationalisation of banks and the ‘Garibi Hatao’ programme as landmark moves that uplifted the underprivileged. Moreover, reaffirming the party’s commitment to her legacy, he vowed to bring the benefits of ‘Indiramma Rajyam’ to every household in the constituency.

Congress leaders highlight Indira Gandhi’s legacy of welfare and empowerment

Minister Seethakka called Indira Gandhi a symbol of strength and women’s empowerment. As India’s first woman Prime Minister, she said Indira Gandhi inspired millions while upholding the dignity of women. Furthermore, Seethakka added that the present Congress-led Telangana government is working in line with her vision. This is evident particularly through schemes like Indiramma Illu, which provides housing for the people with low-income.

TPCC president Mahesh Kumar Goud praised Indira Gandhi’s sacrifice for national unity. He said her 20-point programme laid the foundation for several welfare policies that continue today. Additionally, he expressed hope that her statue in Kamareddy would serve as a source of inspiration for party workers and strengthen Congress in the region.

Zaheerabad MP Suresh Kumar Shetkar said Indira Gandhi was more than a political leader—she was a transformative force. He credited her policies with bringing food security and self-reliance to India. He said her legacy is still felt across the villages of Zaheerabad. In addition, he pledged to continue serving the public in her spirit.