President Murmu Releases ₹100 N.T. Rama Rao Coin

The President of India Smt. Droupadi Murmu released the ₹100 commemorative coin today on occasion of Birth Centennial Year of Shri Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao popularly known as NTR at Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi.

The Rashtrapati Bhavan had extended invitations to only 100 guests, including members of NTR’s family.

Speaking on the occasion, the President said that Late Shri NT Rama Rao has enriched Indian cinema and culture through Telugu films. He breathed life into the prominent characters of Ramayana and Mahabharata through his acting. The characters of Lord Rama and Lord Krishna played by him became so alive that people started worshiping NTR. She noted that NTR also expressed the pain of the common people through his acting. He spread the message of social justice and equality through one of his films 'Manushulanta Okkate' i.e. All human beings are equal.

The President said that NTR’s popularity was equally wide as a public servant and leader. He created a unique chapter in Indian politics through his extraordinary personality and hard work. He initiated many public welfare programs, which are remembered till today.

The President appreciated Ministry of Finance, Government of India for bringing the commemorative coin on NTR. She said that his unique personality would always be imprinted in the hearts of the people, especially the Telugu speaking people.

The ₹100 commemorative coin released today is minted by India Government Mint, Hyderabad. This release makes the 11th commemorative coin for the year 2023. The bookings for the commemorative coin should also open soon at India Government Mint's website.

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