President Droupadi Murmu released the commemorative coin on NT Rama Rao on his centenary year at Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre today. Speaking on the occasion, the President said that the Late NT Rama Rao enriched Indian cinema and culture through Telugu films. She said that he breathed life into the prominent characters of Ramayana and Mahabharata through his acting. She noted that NTR also spread the message of social justice and equality through one of his films 'Manushulanta Okkate' is that All human beings are equal. NTR expressed the pain of the common people through his acting, she added.
 
The President remarked that NTR’s popularity was equally wide as a public servant and leader. She said that he created a unique chapter in Indian politics through his extraordinary personality and hard work.
 
Ms. Murmu also appreciated the Ministry of Finance, for bringing the commemorative coin on NTR. She added that his unique personality would always be imprinted in the hearts of the people, especially the Telugu-speaking people.