Rayalaseema districts mark Gouthu Latchanna’s 116th birth anniversary

The 116th birth anniversary of freedom fighter and social reformer Sardar Gouthu Latchanna was celebrated across Rayalaseema districts on Saturday (August 16, 2025). Officials and public representatives recalled his role in the freedom movement and his determined struggle for the rights of the agrarian community, farm workers, and weaker sections of the society.

Chittoor District Collector Sumit Kumar said that Latchanna’s life was an inspiration to the younger generation. He highlighted the freedom fighter’s contribution to the national movement, anti-zamindari movement and a plethora of social reforms, particularly for the upliftment of the Dalits.

Chittoor MLA Gurajala Jaganmohan recalled Latchanna’s legendary leadership in the Salt Satyagraha and Quit India movements. Latchanna remained an icon of discipline as a legislator and parliamentarian, he said, while adding that a community hall in Chittoor would be named after Latchanna shortly.

Sri Sathya Sai District Collector T.S. Chetan offered floral tributes to Latchanna at Puttaparthi and urged students to emulate the freedom fighter’s sacrifice and dedication to usher in social equality and justice.