- Monthly poet gatherings
- Prizes for students’ talents and skills
- Discussion forums on contemporary issues
- SANF Founder Shanagapati
Khammam: Foundation Founder and Senior Journalist Shanagapati Muralikrishna stated that, under the auspices of the Shanagapati Amma Nanna Foundation, cash talent awards will be presented every year to encourage journalists in the undivided Khammam district. Speaking at a press meet organized at the Khammam Press Club on Wednesday, he explained the programs to be undertaken by the foundation.
He advised that articles written on the topic “El Nino – Impact on the Lives of the Poor” from October 30 to November 30 this year should be sent to their foundation address by December 10. He requested print media journalists to send the newspaper clipping along with the newspaper of that day containing the article. Similarly, digital media reporters were asked to send the website link along with the article. He stated that those submitting entries for the award must attach a declaration form, a passport photo, and their address.
He informed that the submitted articles will be examined and selected by a committee under the leadership of senior journalists Nama Purushotham and Kanakam Saidulu. He mentioned that the committee’s decision is final regarding the selection of awards, and no correspondence will be entertained in this regard. He stated that the awards will be presented to the selected journalists in January 2028. He informed that the print media journalist will be honored with a cash prize of 5000, and the digital media journalist with a cash prize of 3000, along with a memento and a certificate of appreciation. He requested journalist friends in the undivided Khammam district to send their articles for this award to the address: T Media Office, Behind RTC Depot, Mamillagudem. He mentioned that for complete details, one can contact the numbers 98666 45218 and 89197 10365.
Organizing a Monthly Poet Gathering (Kavi Sammelanam)
He stated that social and service programs will also be organized under the auspices of the foundation. He said that emerging poets will be encouraged by organizing a monthly poet gathering. Every month, any government or private school will be visited, and essay writing, elocution, and quiz competitions will be conducted for students to present prizes. He also stated that discussion forums, seminars, and round-table meetings on contemporary issues will be organized. He requested everyone to encourage and cooperate with the foundation’s programs. Journalist Awards Committee Convener and Senior Journalist Nama Purushotham, and Foundation Member G. Ramarao participated in this press meet.
Anand Gantela is a senior journalist with 30 years of experience across print, TV, and digital media. Currently serving as the Editor of Ink Post, his career spans key reporting and editorial roles at Prajasakti, Andhra Bhoomi, Maa TV, Mudra and Prime Post. He writes on regional news, current affairs, and socio-political developments.
