Bhadradri Kothagudem, Oct. 22 -- Telangana Panchayat Raj, Women and Child Welfare Minister Danasari Anasuya Seethakka on Thursday described Komaram Bheem as a great leader who fought against the Nizam's rule and sacrificed his life for Adivasi rights under the slogan "Jal, Jungle, Zameen" (Water, Forest, Land).
She was speaking after unveiling Komaram Bheem's statue at Dummugudem as the chief guest. MLAs Tellam Venkat Rao and Payam Venkateswarlu, representatives of Adivasi organisations and local residents attended the programme.
Seethakka said Komaram Bheem's struggle continued to inspire generations and stressed the need to protect the rights, self-respect and identity of Adivasis.
She recalled the contributions of leaders such as Dr. ...