Andhra Pradesh: Martyr Murali Naik’s Statue Unveiled At Puttaparthi
Sri Sathya Sai district collector A. Shyam Prasad and SP Satish Kumar unveiled the statue and paid floral tributes to Murali Naik: Reports
ANANTAPUR: A statue of Army jawan Murali Naik, who hailed from Kalli Thanda in Gorantla mandal of Sri Sathya Sai district and died in the line of duty, was unveiled at Shilparamam in Puttaparthi on Saturday.
Sri Sathya Sai district collector A. Shyam Prasad and SP Satish Kumar unveiled the statue and paid floral tributes to Murali Naik.
The collector said Murali Naik had died while retaliating against Pakistani forces along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir on May 9, 2025.
He said the sacrifice made by Murali Naik at a young age reflected his courage, patriotism and commitment to the nation. His service would continue to inspire the youth and future generations, he said, adding that the government would extend all possible support to the martyr’s family.
SP Satish Kumar said the sacrifice of soldiers guarding the country's borders was invaluable and that people could live safely because of their round-the-clock service. The people of Sri Sathya Sai district would always remember Murali Naik’s service, he said.
Puttaparthi RDO Suvarna, district officials, Army representatives, public representatives, the martyr’s parents and family members and a large number of people attended the programme and paid homage to him.
