Minister Seethakka Hails Mulugu Athletes, Announces New Stadium for Local Talent

Telangana Minister Danasari Anasuya Seethakka has lauded the success of Mulugu athletes and announced a Rs 4 crore stadium project. Meanwhile, tribal scholar Ramavath Munilal was celebrated for his academic achievements following a meeting with President Droupadi Murmu.

In a significant boost for regional sports, Telangana Minister Danasari Anasuya Seethakka recently celebrated the remarkable achievements of athletes from Mulugu. Despite facing challenges rooted in remote backgrounds and limited resources, these determined individuals have managed to excel at state, national, and international competitive levels.

The minister’s remarks came during the Olympic Day Run 2026, an event hosted at the Government High School grounds in Mulugu. The initiative was organized through the collaborative efforts of the International Olympic Committee, the Indian Olympic Association, and the Telangana Olympic Association. During the ceremony, Seethakka, accompanied by District Collector Borkhade Hemant Sahadeorao, officially inaugurated the proceedings by lighting the ceremonial torch.

Infrastructure Expansion to Support Mulugu Athletes

During the event, Seethakka emphasized the diverse talent emerging from the district. Students have notably distinguished themselves in disciplines such as volleyball and archery, while interest in cricket and other sports continues to climb. To address the infrastructure hurdles faced by these promising Mulugu athletes, the government has sanctioned a budget of Rs 4 crore for the construction of a dedicated athletics stadium. This facility aims to provide better training grounds and foster grassroots talent, with the government promising further infrastructure development based on future needs.

The event was attended by several notable officials, including Superintendent of Police Sudhir Ramnath Kekan, Library Organisation Chairman Banoth Ravichander, District Educational Officer Siddharth Reddy, and DSP Ravinder, alongside various physical directors and athletics association members.

Tribal Scholar Gains National Recognition

In related news concerning academic and social progress, Ramavath Munilal, a research scholar from the English and Foreign Languages University (Eflu), recently gained national attention. A second-year PhD student in Media and Communication, Munilal, who hails from a tribal hamlet, had the distinct opportunity to interact with President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

This engagement took place as part of the Janajatiya Garima Utsav and the Birsa Lives in New Bharat Week celebrations organized by the Union Ministry of Tribal Affairs. For Munilal, the experience was profoundly transformative. He noted that such initiatives serve as a vital catalyst, encouraging students from marginalized tribal communities to pursue higher education, leadership roles, and a dedicated path toward public service. The university highlighted that this milestone reinforces the critical importance of identity and representation, inspiring young tribal scholars to strive for academic excellence while contributing to the nation’s overall development.