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The 1972 Sahitya Akademi Award for Telugu was conferred on Srirangam Srinivasa Rao (known by his pen name Sri Sri) for his collected works Sri Sri Sahityamu.
Award Details[edit | edit source]
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Year | 1972 |
| Recipient | Sri Sri (Srirangam Srinivasa Rao) |
| Work | Sri Sri Sahityamu |
| Genre | Poetry |
| Language | Telugu |
| Presented by | Sahitya Akademi |
About the Work[edit | edit source]
Sri Sri Sahityamu is a collection of Sri Sri's poetic works, including his landmark anthology Maha Prasthanam (The Great Journey), which revolutionised Telugu poetry by introducing progressive and Marxist themes expressed through free verse and vivid imagery.
About the Author[edit | edit source]
Sri Sri (1910–1983), born Srirangam Srinivasa Rao, is widely regarded as the father of modern Telugu poetry. His Maha Prasthanam is considered a watershed moment in Telugu literary history. He was deeply associated with progressive and communist movements and his poetry continues to inspire generations of Telugu readers and writers.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Sri Sri's influence on Telugu literature is immeasurable. He transformed the language of Telugu poetry, moving away from classical conventions toward the idiom of the common people. His works remain among the most read Telugu poetry collections.