NRI Donor Awards ₹1 Lakh to Government School Toppers in Proddatur

Kadapa – Andhra Pradesh: In memory of his parents, the late Narala Bali Reddy and Narala Venkata Subbamma, NRI philanthropist Narala Chandra Mohan Reddy distributed cash prizes totaling ₹1 lakh to students who secured top marks in the 10th standard examinations at government schools in Proddatur town during the 2025–26 academic year. A grand felicitation ceremony was also organized to honor the students, their parents, and teachers.

Grand felicitation held at YVS Municipal School

The event was conducted at the local YVS Municipal School under the guidance of retired lecturer Ramachandra Reddy and CBIT Principal Srinivasa Reddy.

Headmasters, teachers, students, and parents from various municipal schools participated actively in the program.

The gathering celebrated academic achievement while encouraging students to pursue higher goals in education.

Two students share first place

At the town level, first place was jointly secured by U. Lalitha and V. Mahalakshmi, students of SPCN MPL High School, Rameswaram, who each scored 587 marks in the SSC examinations. Both students received ₹25,000 each, bringing the total first-place award amount to ₹50,000.

Second and third rank holders honoured

The second and third positions were secured by S. Suhana and Chandana Priya, students from YVS Municipal Girls’ School. Each of them received ₹15,000 as a cash prize. Other selected students were awarded ₹5,000 each, taking the total prize distribution amount to ₹1 lakh.

Donor participates through video conference

Narala Chandra Mohan Reddy, who currently resides abroad, participated in the program through video conference.

Addressing the students and parents virtually, he congratulated the achievers and encouraged students to continue striving for academic excellence through discipline and dedication.

The event concluded with appreciation for the efforts of teachers, parents, and school administrations in supporting student success.

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In a heartwarming initiative aimed at encouraging academic excellence among government school students, NRI philanthropist Narala Chandra Mohan Reddy distributed cash prizes worth ₹1 lakh to meritorious SSC students from Proddatur municipal schools for the 2025–26 academic year. The NRI donor organized the special recognition program in loving memory of his late parents, Narala Bali Reddy and Narala Venkata Subbamma, whose values of education and social service continue to inspire the family’s philanthropic activities.

The grand felicitation ceremony was conducted at YVS Municipal School in Proddatur under the supervision of retired lecturer Ramachandra Reddy and CBIT Principal Srinivasa Reddy. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from headmasters, teachers, students, parents, education supporters, and local dignitaries from several municipal schools across Proddatur town.

The program became a proud moment for government school students as the NRI philanthropist chose to recognize and reward academic achievement among students studying in public educational institutions. Many speakers at the event noted that encouragement from successful NRIs and philanthropists plays a major role in motivating students from middle-class and economically weaker backgrounds to pursue higher education and competitive goals.

At the Proddatur town level, the first rank in SSC examinations was jointly secured by U. Lalitha and V. Mahalakshmi, students of SPCN Municipal High School, Rameswaram. Both students scored an impressive 587 marks and were awarded ₹25,000 each by the NRI donor. Their achievement was widely appreciated by teachers and parents attending the ceremony.

The second and third positions were secured by S. Suhana and Chandana Priya from YVS Municipal Girls High School. Both students received ₹15,000 each as part of the NRI-sponsored awards program. Several other deserving students from municipal schools were also recognized and provided cash incentives of ₹5,000 each for their academic performance, taking the total distribution amount to ₹1 lakh.

Although residing abroad, NRI philanthropist Narala Chandra Mohan Reddy personally participated in the event through video conference. Addressing students virtually, the NRI donor congratulated the achievers and encouraged them to remain disciplined, focused, and committed toward education. He stated that students from government schools are equally capable of achieving great success if given proper encouragement and opportunities.

The NRI philanthropist also praised teachers and parents for their continuous support in shaping the future of students. He emphasized that education remains the strongest tool for social and economic progress and urged students to dream big regardless of financial background.

Teachers and education supporters appreciated the efforts of the NRI donor, stating that such initiatives create confidence among government school students and encourage healthy academic competition. Parents expressed happiness that the achievements of municipal school students were being recognized at a public level.

The felicitation ceremony concluded with applause for the students, teachers, and the NRI philanthropist whose contribution turned the event into a memorable celebration of educational excellence in Proddatur.