Andhra Pradesh Minister *Nara Lokesh* inaugurated the *‘Vijayawada Utsav’* alongside former Vice President *Venkaiah Naidu, emphasizing that **Vijayawada is the ideal city to create and relive history. Drawing inspiration from the famous **Mysuru festivities, Lokesh expressed his vision to make the Vijayawada celebration **equally vibrant and culturally rich*.
The minister announced that on *October 2, a **grand carnival featuring 3,000 participants* will kick off the event. Over the *11-day festival, the city will showcase its **heritage, traditions, and local talent, culminating in a spectacular **drone show on the final day* to highlight Vijayawada’s grandeur.
Lokesh stated that the festival aims to *promote tourism, cultural pride, and community participation, positioning Vijayawada as a **hub for large-scale public celebrations*. The event is expected to attract visitors from across the state and beyond.
