The Telangana government has decided to perform the last rites of the former Maoist ideologue and renowned folk singer Gaddar with state honors. Seventy-four-year-old Gaddar passed away in Hyderabad on Sunday after a brief illness.Gaddar was a well-known people's poet and a prominent figure in the socio-political landscape of Telangana.
Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao has taken the decision to perform Gaddar's last rites with state honors in recognition of the sacrifices he made throughout his life and the public service he rendered. Terming Gaddar a proud son of Telangana, KCR said he lived his life for the people.
CM KCR also directed Chief Secretary Santhi Kumar to discuss with Gaddar’s family and make the necessary arrangements for performing his last rites with state honors.
Gaddar breathed his last at a private hospital, where he was admitted ten days ago following a cardiac arrest. Doctors said he passed away due to lung and urinary problems and advanced age. Gaddar’s body was kept at the L.B. Stadium to enable people to pay their last respects. His last rites will be performed on Monday at Alwal on the city outskirts.
Meanwhile, actor-politician Pawan Kalyan paid his last respects to Gaddar at the L.B. Stadium. The Jana Sena Party leader had called on Gaddar only a few days ago. He recalled that Gaddar had hugged him, addressing him as a younger brother.
BRS leader and CM KCR’s daughter, K. Kavitha, also paid last respects to Gaddar at the L.B. Stadium.