This executive summary provides an overview of the March 2026 edition of Bhavaveena (Vol. 23, Issue 03), a peer-reviewed monthly journal dedicated to Arts, Literature, Culture, and Language studies.
Core Focus: Tribute to Tummala Sitaramamyrti
The edition prominently features Tummala Sitaramamurti (1901–1990), a renowned Telugu poet known as "Abhinava Tikkana." The journal highlights his contributions to Telugu literature, specifically his adherence to the "Atcha Telugu" style and his role as a "Gandhian Poet" who translated Gandhian philosophy into poetic form.
Key Research Themes
The issue comprises 25 research articles covering a diverse range of socio-cultural and linguistic topics:
Cultural Heritage & Folk Traditions: Detailed studies on the Ainanavolu Mallanna Jatra in Warangal, the significance of Bathukamma songs in reflecting Telangana's culture, and the evolution of folk arts in Telangana.
Literary Analysis: Deep dives into classical and modern works, including Potana’s Bhagavata, Gurajada Apparao’s Mutyala Saralu, and the revolutionary prose of Dasharathi Rangacharya (compared to Maxim Gorky).
Modern Language & Education Policy: An analysis of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 regarding the importance and implementation challenges of mother-tongue instruction.
Social & Philosophical Discourse: Critical examinations of Caste and Religion in literature (e.g., Bama's Karukku), and the philosophical contributions of Professor K. Satchidananda Murthy.
Regional Governance & Development: A poetic and analytical look at Telangana's water management initiatives, specifically Mission Kakatiya and Mission Bhagiratha.
Editorial Framework
Chief Editor: Dr. Payarda Nagaiah.
Honourable Editor: Dr. Pitta Santhi.
Publication Standards: The journal is an RNI-registered (APTEL/2003/12253) and ISSN-indexed (2456-4702) publication, maintaining a peer-review process to ensure scholarly quality across its diverse historical and literary explorations.