On June 2, Telangana Formation Day celebrations will unfold, but with an unexpected development: media photographers and videographers have been barred from the event. Does this mark a departure in Revanth Reddy’s relationship with the media? Is Revanth Reddy now implying that he no longer requires media coverage?
Revanth Reddy’s actions seem reminiscent of KCR’s approach. During KCR’s tenure, media coverage of government events was notably scarce, causing concern among media professionals. With Congress now in power following BRS’s defeat in state elections, Revanth Reddy, initially an advocate for media transparency, has apparently taken a different stance. Unfortunately, on June 2, 2024, Telangana’s Formation Day celebrations were conducted without media personnel present. Does this echo KCR’s media strategy? Shouldn’t at least a token presence of media personnel be allowed to cover such a significant event? What rationale has been provided for excluding the media? Does Revanth Reddy now perceive media coverage as superfluous? It’s incumbent upon the Revanth Reddy government to reconsider its decision and promptly allow media coverage of such significant celebratory events.
The State government has laid out extensive plans for the decennial celebrations of State Formation Day on June 2. Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy will commence the day by paying homage to Telangana martyrs at Gun Park around 9:30 am.
Subsequently, as part of the celebrations, the Chief Minister will unfurl the national flag at Parade Grounds at 10 am, followed by receiving a guard of honor from the police forces. Additionally, he will release the State song on this auspicious occasion.
Following these formalities, Congress Parliamentary Party chief Sonia Gandhi and the Chief Minister will address the gathering. Thereafter, awards will be bestowed upon exceptional police officers and contingents. The evening festivities at Tank Bund promise to be a vibrant showcase of Telangana’s rich culture and arts.
The venue will host handloom stalls, special product exhibitions, and food courts featuring Telangana cuisine. At 6:30 pm, the Chief Minister will inaugurate the cultural carnival, showcasing various art forms and performances by 700 artists.
A special highlight will be cultural dance performances lasting 70 minutes, followed by a flag walk involving 5,000 individuals waving national flags to the tune of the “Jaya Jayahe Telangana” song. Poet Andesri and music director MM Keeravani will be honored on stage.
Finally, at 8:50 pm, the celebrations will culminate with a 10-minute fireworks display at the iconic Hussain Sagar.
