The Event & Tributes: Honoring the Legacy of Dr. B.V. Pattabhiram
An Intimate Gathering of Minds
“The event held in Hyderabad on Sunday (July 26, 2026) was not a massive, noisy rally. Instead, it was an intimate gathering of deep thinkers, patriots, nationalists, senior bureaucrats, distinguished journalists and judges. Driven by a shared love for the nation, they came together with a unified vision to see India stand tall as a global superpower, with a defense force capable of matching nations like the US, Russia, and China.”
“Several prominent citizens gathered for the presentation of the EMESCO Dr. B.V. Pattabhiram ‘Changemaker’ Award to Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy, former DRDO Chairman and Scientific Adviser to the Union Defence Minister. The ceremony was held at Hotel Daspalla in Jubilee Hills, near the Peddammagudi.” “It was a truly rare and inspiring occasion. Everyone left with hearts full of joy after hearing Dr. Satheesh Reddy’s address, where he highlighted how close India is to standing alongside the world’s top three superpowers in defense.”
“Addressing This Event Is My Good Fortune”: Megastar
Chiranjeevi paid rich tributes to the late Dr. B.V. Pattabhiram, remembering him as an eminent psychologist, magician, and soft-skills trainer who transformed countless lives through positivity and motivation. He commended EMESCO D Vijay Kumar for instituting this award in Emesco – Dr. Pattabhiram’s honor to recognize individuals who make exceptional contributions to society.
Praising Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy’s Contributions to Defense Technology and monumental work in missile research, defense innovation, and technological advancements that strengthened India’s defense capabilities. He highlighted Dr. Reddy’s vision in advancing self-reliance (Atmanirbharta) by reducing India’s reliance on defense imports and boosting native defense exports globally.
Chiranjeevi noted that Dr. Satheesh Reddy is not only a brilliant scientist but also a deeply compassionate human being. He commended Dr. Reddy’s dedicated service and leadership during the critical phases of the COVID-19 pandemic, providing vital assistance and relief through technological innovations for public welfare.
Chiranjeevi expressed immense pride and honor in conferring the award upon Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy. Chiranjeevi highlighted Dr. Satheesh Reddy as a true role model for the country’s youth, demonstrating how dedication, discipline, and scientific vision can elevate the nation. He extended his heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Reddy and wished him continued health, success, and leadership in serving the nation.
“Addressing such event in the presence of honourble Judges, former and present IAS and IPS officers, particularly patriots, nationalists, Smt. Jaya Pattabhiram, and selection committee chairman and eminent journalist K. Ramachandra Murthy and personalities of excellence in their respective fields is a great privilege to me”. Chiranjevi said.
India’s Leap Toward Aerospace and Defence Supremacy- Dr Reddy
India’s defense landscape is undergoing a monumental shift, evolving from a major importer of military hardware into an innovator and exporter of cutting-edge technology. Highlighting this transformation, renowned scientist and former DRDO Chairman Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy emphasized that India is building world-class capabilities across drones, missiles, fighter aircraft, and space systems, while pioneering breakthrough technologies designed for future battlefields.
Autonomous Systems: From surveillance UAVs to swarm drone architectures and counter-drone systems, indigenous platforms offer tactical flexibility and real-time intelligence. Missile Technology: Breakthroughs in long-range ballistic missiles, cruise platforms like BrahMos, and hypersonic weapon demonstrations position India among an elite group of nations with precision deterrence. Fighter Aircraft: Indigenous platforms like the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas, along with advanced fifth-generation combat programs (AMCA), signal a decisive shift toward sovereign air supremacy.Space & Strategic Warfare: Capabilities in anti-satellite (ASAT) technologies and space-based surveillance reflect a comprehensive defense footprint extending beyond conventional domains.
Breakthroughs in long-range ballistic missiles, cruise platforms like BrahMos, and hypersonic weapon demonstrations position India among an elite group of nations with precision deterrence. Ultimately, mastering first-of-its-kind technologies—such as AI-driven targeting, directed energy weapons, and advanced quantum communications—ensures India does not merely catch up with global standards, but sets them. These technological leaps secure the nation’s borders while establishing India as a trusted defense exporter and a premier superpower in global aerospace and defense.
The Departed Mind Magician: The Distinction of Dr. B.V. Pattabhiram-Vijay Kumar
“I had a Deep 30-Year Bond with Pattabhiram and he was a Multifaceted Genius and Social Guide. The greatness, personality, and legacy of Dr. B.V. Pattabhiram was shared by Emesco Vijay Kumar.
“My journey with Dr. B.V. Pattabhiram spanned nearly 30 years. During this time, I spoke with him for at least 15 minutes every day, discussing various social, literary, and psychological topics. He earned admirers across lakhs of families in the Telugu states.”
“He was neither a film actor nor a politician, yet hundreds gathered to listen to him in complete silence. He was a rare ‘mind doctor’ who could understand the depths of the human mind and heal it through words alone. For three decades, he stood at the top as a magician, hypnotist, counseling psychologist, and prominent author.”
Unmatched Popularity in Telugu Literature
“He remained the most widely read author in Telugu for nearly 25 years. His books published by Emesco, such as Mind Magic and Kashtapadi Chadavoddu – Ishtapadi Chadavandi, created history with lakhs of copies sold. Around 100 of his published books achieved immense success.”
How Committee selected Satheesh Reddy for the Award-K R Murthy
Under the chairmanship of K. Ramachandra Murthy, the committee consulted with various experts and academicians to select eminent scientist and former DRDO Chairman, Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy, for this award in recognition of his extraordinary services to the nation’s defence sector. K R Murthy said Dr. Reddy played a crucial role in the research and development of India’s missile systems and advanced defence technologies. Indigenisation of Defence: By reducing dependence on defence imports and boosting domestic production and exports, he guided the nation toward self-reliance. In line with Dr. B.V. Pattabhiram’s vision, Dr Reddy continuously strives to foster a scientific temper and a passion for innovation among youth, inspiring them to make the nation proud apart from his services during Covid-19.
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Recognized Dr. Satheesh Reddy’s Vision Early On-Satya Kumar
Satya Kumar Yadav, the Minister of Health, Family Welfare, and Medical Education for the Government of Andhra Pradesh, praised renowned scientist Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy during a recent award function.
Speaking at the event, Minister Yadav expressed that participating in the ceremony was a distinct privilege, highlighting Dr. Reddy as an exceptional scientist who has made monumental contributions to the nation’s technological and defense advancement. He recalled that the late former President of India and revered “Missile Man,” Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, early on recognized Dr. Reddy’s immense talent during his tenure as a young scientist. Recognizing his exceptional vision and potential, Dr. Kalam had notably predicted that Dr. Satheesh Reddy would carry forward his legacy as his true successor in the scientific community. Yadav reiterated that Dr. Reddy’s dedicated service continues to be a source of immense pride for the entire country.
Former MP KVP Ramachandra Rao and Jaya Pattabhiram took center stage on the dais and Prashant Pattabhiram lauded the Vijay Kumar for organising the program as fruitful and respectable manner.
Editor, Prime Post
Ravindra Seshu Amaravadi, is a senior journalist with 38 years of experience in Telugu, English news papers and electronic media. He worked in Udayam as a sub-editor and reporter. Later, he was associated with Andhra Pradesh Times, Gemini news, Deccan Chronicle, HMTV and The Hans India. Earlier, he was involved in the research work of All India Kisan Sabha on suicides of cotton farmers. In Deccan Chronicle, he exposed the problems of subabul and chilli farmers and malpractices that took place in various government departments.
