Nandyal, January 26, 2026:
Mr. Gaddam Hemanth Reddy, Director of Sri Ramakrishna Degree Autonomous College, Nandyal, and a renowned certified scuba diving Dive Master, amazed everyone this year by celebrating Republic Day in an exceptionally innovative manner.

Along with the Dive Adda team, he ventured underwater and unfurled the Indian National Flag, thereby expressing his immense patriotism and deep respect for the nation.
While Republic Day celebrations are usually conducted on land or atop mountains, Mr. Hemanth Reddy made a bold and adventurous decision by hoisting the tricolour in the depths of the ocean, making the country proud.

Upon learning about this remarkable achievement, College Chairman Professor G. Ramakrishna Reddy personally congratulated Mr. Hemanth Reddy and his team. Speaking on the occasion, he said:
“Mr. Hemanth Reddy, Director of Sri Ramakrishna Educational Institutions, is not only an educationist but has also used his expertise in scuba diving to celebrate Republic Day underwater, which is a matter of great pride for all of us. Such adventurous and inspirational initiatives are highly commendable and serve as motivation for the youth.”

Referring to the courageous act of unfurling the national flag underwater, he further stated:
“Patriotism is not just expressed in words; it must come from the heart. Mr. Hemanth Reddy has created a new chapter in history by hoisting the tricolour beneath the sea. Students should also move forward in their respective fields with such innovative ideas.”

College Principal K.B.V. Subbiah, Dean Pragati Reddy, and the faculty members extended their heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Hemanth Reddy and his team for successfully accomplishing this daring and inspiring feat.