Telugu Language Day Celebrated in Saudi Arabia

Telugu Language Day was celebrated in Saudi Arabia through a ‘P4 (Public-Private-People Partnership)’ awareness programme, highlighting Andhra Pradesh’s developmental vision and the importance of Telugu heritage among the diaspora.

Key Highlights

Event Organisers:

  • Saudi Arabia Telugu Association (SATA)
  • TDP NRI Committee (Telugu Desam Party’s NRI Wing)

Theme: 

  • Awareness on P4 model (Public-Private-People Partnership) — aimed at achieving “Zero Poverty by 2047”.

Participation:

  • Over 2,000 attendees joined the celebration.
  • 100+ NRIs registered to support vulnerable families under the programme.

Objective:

  • Promote inclusive growth, social empowerment, and poverty eradication through community participation.
  • Strengthen the connection between Telugu NRIs and Andhra Pradesh’s development vision.

Significance:

  • The event symbolised cultural pride and community-driven governance, combining linguistic celebration with social responsibility.

Telugu Language Day

  • Date: 29 August (Every Year)
  • Observed In: Andhra Pradesh and Telangana
  • Purpose: To commemorate the birth anniversary of Gidugu Venkata Ramamurthy (1848–1919), a prominent Telugu scholar and reformer.
  • First Observed: 1966, on Ramamurthy’s 118th birth anniversary.
  • Organised By: Department of Culture, Government of Andhra Pradesh.
  • Supported By: State funding for awards, cultural events, and literary promotion.

Gidugu Venkata Ramamurthy

  • Born: 29 August 1848, Giddalur, Andhra Pradesh.
  • Contributions:
    • Pioneered use of Vyavaharika Bhasha (spoken Telugu) instead of classical Telugu in education and administration.
    • Advocated for linguistic simplicity, social reform, and education of women and backward classes.
    • Considered a pioneer of modern Telugu literature and language reform in South India.

Telugu Language

  • Language Family: Dravidian
  • Native Speakers: Over 80 million globally
  • Rank in India: 5th most spoken language
  • Official Language: Andhra Pradesh and Telangana
  • Also Spoken In: Parts of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Odisha, and Chhattisgarh.
  • Fastest-Growing Indian Language: In the United States, as per census data.
  • Script: Telugu Script (derived from ancient Brahmi Script)

Linguistic & Literary Significance

  • Phonetic Language: Each letter corresponds to a specific sound, making it easier to read and write.
  • Syllable-Timed Language: Each syllable receives equal stress, unlike stress-timed languages like English.
  • Gender System: Three grammatical genders — Masculine, Feminine, Neuter.
  • Vocabulary: Rich linguistic diversity with words derived from Sanskrit, Arabic, Persian, and English.
  • Historical Origin: Dates back to 11th century CE with early inscriptions and classical works.

Classical and Cultural Importance

  • Classical Language Status: Declared “Classical Language of India” in 2008 by the Government of India.
  • Major Classical Works:
    • Mahabharata (by Kavitrayam — Nannayya, Tikkana, Errapragada)
    • Ramayana and various devotional poetry collections.
  • Notable Poets: Nannayya, Tikkana, Errapragada, Potana, and Annamacharya.
  • Cultural Heritage: Known for its contribution to literature, poetry, dance, cinema, and Carnatic music.
  • Nickname: Often called the “Italian of the East” due to its musical tone and phonetic beauty (as described by linguists).

About P4 Model (Public–Private–People Partnership)

  • Initiated By: Government of Andhra Pradesh.
  • Aim: To achieve “Zero Poverty by 2047” through inclusive participation.
  • Approach:
    • Public Sector: Provides infrastructure and policy support.
    • Private Sector: Brings innovation, efficiency, and investments.
    • People’s Participation: Encourages citizen ownership, volunteerism, and local accountability.
  • Focus Areas: Livelihood generation, social inclusion, skill development, and sustainable community welfare.

Cultural and Socio-Economic Significance

  • Strengthens cultural identity among the Telugu diaspora worldwide.
  • Reinforces community-led development models like P4 for global collaboration.
  • Promotes Telugu language and literature, connecting NRIs to their linguistic roots and Andhra Pradesh’s growth vision.

Key Facts

TopicDetails
EventTelugu Language Day celebrated in Saudi Arabia
OrganisersSATA & TDP NRI Committee
ThemeP4 Model – Public-Private-People Partnership
Goal of P4Zero Poverty by 2047
Telugu Language Day Date29 August
Honoured PersonalityGidugu Venkata Ramamurthy (1848–1919)
First Observed1966
States Observed InAndhra Pradesh & Telangana
Language FamilyDravidian
Speakers Worldwide80 million+
Declared Classical Language2008
Nickname“Italian of the East”
Script OriginDerived from Brahmi script
Fastest-Growing in USTelugu

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