In Nandikotkur town of Nandyal district of Andhra Pradesh, the name Juvvaji Sunkanna Goud resonates with every citizen. There is an idol of Juvvaji Sunkanna Goud in the middle of the town so that everyone who visits Nandikotkur is familiar with the legacy of the great philanthropist. So who was Juvvaji Sunkanna Goud? Juvvaji Sunkann Goud was a native of Nandikotkur who gave away most of his property to the government for the welfare of the people. His philanthropic acts have made him unforgettable in Nandikotkur.
Juvvaji had donated lands for the establishment of government offices, government colleges and government schools Government Degree College and Government Junior College credit him as the founder of the institutes. The market yard space for farmers in the region was also donated by Juvvanji. His donated assets, now valued in crores, primarily include government colleges, junior colleges, and market yards.
The site of his demise now houses significant educational institutions visited by many for spiritual reasons. Residents of Nandyal often point out landmarks bearing Juwaji Sunkan’s name, with the recent unveiling of his statue at the old bus stand. His statue is now revered as a pilgrimage site along the Kurnool to Guntur Vijayawada route.
Statues have also been erected at prominent locations visited by Juvvaji Sunkan Gaud, attracting passersby who discuss his legacy and visit Nandyal. This ensures the preservation of his story. Currently, numerous service organizations conduct events in his honour. Some individuals express their affection and admiration for Juvvaji Sunkanaa Gaud by actively participating in his legacy, commemorations, and events with great fervour, as reported by Nandyal residents to Local 18. Currently, many Seva Samiti programs are being organized by different associations in honour of Juvvaji Sunkanna Gaud. The town of Nandikotkur is his legacy and yet his name somehow got lost in the pages of history.
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