Statues honouring Telugu theatre stalwarts are unveiled in Vijayawada. Both reports say the ceremony takes place at Thummalapalli Kalakshetram, where leaders and artistes gather to recognize pioneers of Telugu theatre. The coverage describes the event as a public tribute to veteran figures associated with the Telugu stage and their contributions to theatre arts. Organisers highlight that the installation of statues is intended to commemorate their work and keep their legacy visible for future audiences. Attendees include political and cultural figures as well as members of the theatre community, reflecting the event’s focus on both public recognition and professional acknowledgement within the arts. The reports provide details mainly on the unveiling and the venue, without disputing specific identities of those honoured or additional context about their careers. Overall, the two outlets agree on the core facts: a statue unveiling ceremony in Vijayawada, at Thummalapalli Kalakshetram, dedicated to theatre pioneers from the Telugu theatre tradition.