KCR, KTR condole demise of Ande Sri
BRS leaders K Chandrashekhar Rao and KT Rama Rao expressed grief over the passing of poet Ande Sri, praising his role in Telangana’s cultural and statehood movement. Senior leaders recalled his contributions and extended condolences to his family.
Published Date - 10 November 2025, 09:33 AM
Hyderabad: BRS president and former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao expressed deep shock over the demise of renowned poet and lyricist Ande Sri, who played a pivotal role in the cultural movement for Telangana’s statehood.
Recalling his association with the poet during the agitation, Chandrashekhar Rao said Ande Sri’s contribution through his songs and writings strengthened the spirit of the movement. He termed the poet’s death as an irreparable loss to Telangana. He conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul to rest in peace.
BRS working president KT Rama Rao expressed grief over Ande Sri’s passing, describing it as a major loss to the State’s literary fraternity. He recalled that Ande Sri’s writings embodied the aspirations and pride of Telangana, during the statehood movement. He extended condolences to the bereaved family and prayed for the departed soul.
Former Minister and senior MLA T Harish Rao mourned the poet’s demise, calling it a tragic and untimely loss. He extended condolences to Ande Sri’s family and admirers, praying for strength to bear the loss.