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Kurella Vittalacharya, born in 1938, is an Indian educator, poet, and author known for his contributions to [[Telugu literature]]. He overcame financial hardships in his youth after his father's death, supported by community donations that enabled him to continue his education and foster a passion for literature..<ref>{{Cite web |last=Bhoomi |first=Vivek |date=2021-12-12 |title=Dr Kurella Vittalacharya: Telangana's 84-year-old marvellous Mr Words |url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/good-news/2021/Dec/12/dr-kurella-vittalacharya-the-marvellous-mr-words-2394596.html |access-date=2024-04-17 |website=The New Indian Express |language=en}}</ref> <ref>{{Cite web |title=Modi praises Vithalacharya ... Who is he yet? |url=http://www.indiaherald.com/Politics/Read/994458685/Modi-praises-Vithalacharya-Who-is-he-yet- |access-date=2024-04-17 |website=indiaherald.com |language=en}}</ref> |
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== Early life and education == |
== Early life and education == |
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Vittalacharya grew up in a family that struggled financially following the early death of his father. Despite these difficulties, he was able to continue his education thanks to the support of his community. This experience fostered a deep appreciation for books and literature that stayed with him throughout his life.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2021-12-14 |title=84-Year-Old Gives Up Everything He Earned To Establish Library With Over 2 Lakh Books |url=https://www.indiatimes.com/news/india/dr-kurella-vittalacharya-established-library-2-lakh-books-556707.html |access-date=2024-04-17 |website=IndiaTimes |language=en-IN}}</ref> <ref>{{Cite web |date=2021-12-31 |title=Inspiring Story Of Dr. Kurella Vittalacharya For Book Lovers |url=https://mad4india.com/mad-for-change/dr-kurella-vittalacharya-library-2lakhbooks/ |access-date=2024-04-17 |language=en-US}}</ref> |
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== Career == |
== Career == |
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Vittalacharya's career encompasses roles as a principal and lecturer, and he has authored 22 books, including the poetry collection 'Vittaleshwara Satakam.' His work in literature and education has been acknowledged with awards such as the [[Potti Sreeramulu Telugu University]] Distinguished Award and the Dasarathi Award, which was presented to him in 2019 by Vice-President [[Venkaiah Naidu]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Bhoomi |first=Vivek |date=2021-12-27 |title=TNIE impact: PM Narendra Modi sees the bright side in Telangana writer's story |url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/good-news/2021/Dec/27/tnie-impact-pm-narendra-modi-sees-the-bright-side-intelangana-writers-story-2400072.html |access-date=2024-04-17 |website=The New Indian Express |language=en}}</ref> <ref>{{Cite web |title=Press Trust Of India |url=https://www.ptinews.com/story/national/t-gana-govt-felicitates-padma-awardees-including-venkaiah-naidu-chiranjeevi/1265619 |access-date=2024-04-17 |website=www.ptinews.com}}</ref> |
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== Contributions == |
== Contributions == |
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Vittalacharya established a public library in his hometown of Vellanki, located in the Yadadri [[Bhuvanagiri, Tamil Nadu|Bhuvanagiri,]] district of [[Telangana]]. This library holds approximately 200,000 books and provides essential resources for the local community. Its establishment has also led to the development of additional libraries in nearby areas. <ref>{{Cite web |last=Tanima |date=2022-01-03 |title=This Man Spent His Entire Earnings To Set Up A Library |url=https://lifebeyondnumbers.com/kurella-vittalacharya-library-telangana/ |access-date=2024-04-17 |website=lifebeyondnumbers.com |language=en-US}}</ref> <ref>{{Cite news |date=2024-02-04 |title=T'gana govt felicitates Padma awardees including Venkaiah Naidu, Chiranjeevi |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/tgana-government-felicitates-padma-awardees-including-venkaiah-naidu-chiranjeevi/articleshow/107401142.cms |access-date=2024-04-17 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> |
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== Legacy and recognition == |
== Legacy and recognition == |
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Vittalacharya's work in literacy and education has been recognized nationally. His library initiative received mention from Prime Minister [[Narendra Modi]] during the '[[Mann Ki Baat]]' radio program, where the significance of libraries for educational development was discussed.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2021-12-29 |title=Former college principal converts home into public library; finds applause in PM address |url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/former-college-principal-converts-home-into-public-library-finds-applause-in-pm-address-101640716681897.html |access-date=2024-04-17 |website=Hindustan Times |language=en}}</ref> <ref>{{Cite web |last=Pulloor |first=Narender |date=2023-05-01 |title=Mann ki Baat mentioners from TS share success stories |url=https://www.deccanchronicle.com/nation/in-other-news/010523/mann-ki-baat-mentioners-from-ts-shared-success-stories.html |access-date=2024-04-17 |website=www.deccanchronicle.com |language=en}}</ref> Furthermore, on January 25, 2024, the [[Government of India]] awarded him the [[Padma Shri]] for his contributions to the field. <ref>{{Cite news |last=Bureau |first=The Hindu |date=2024-01-25 |title=Five from Telangana, three from Andhra Pradesh in Padma Awards 2024 list |url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/telangana/five-from-telangana-three-from-ap-in-padma-awards-2024-list/article67777723.ece |access-date=2024-04-17 |work=The Hindu |language=en-IN |issn=0971-751X}}</ref> <ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-01-26 |title=Five from Telangana get Padma Shri in arts, literature |url=https://www.ap7am.com/en/73660/five-from-telangana-get-padma-shri-in-arts-literature |access-date=2024-04-17 |website=ap7am.com |language=en}}</ref> <ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-01-26 |title=Padma Awards 2024: PM Modi sends heartfelt congratulations to recipients in special message – Check full list of Padma Bhushan, Padma Shri, Padma Vibhushan awardees here |url=https://www.financialexpress.com/business/defence-padma-awards-2024-pm-modi-sends-heartfelt-congratulations-to-recipients-in-special-message-check-full-list-of-padma-bhushan-padma-shri-padma-vibhushan-awardees-here-3375696/ |access-date=2024-04-17 |website=Financialexpress |language=en}}</ref> <ref>{{Cite web |title=Padma Awards 2024: List of Awardees in Literature & Education Field |url=https://www.india.com/education/padma-awards-2024-list-of-padma-bhushan-padma-shri-awardees-in-the-literature-education-field-6682822/ |access-date=2024-04-17 |website=www.india.com |language=en}}</ref> |
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== See also == |
== See also == |
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Kurella Vittalacharya | |
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| Born | 1938 |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation(s) | Educator, Poet, Author |
| Known for | Contributions to Telugu literature and education |
| Notable work | 'Vittaleshwara Satakam' |
| Awards | Telugu University Distinguished Award, Dasarathi Award Padma Shri |
Kurella Vittalacharya, born in 1938, is an Indian educator, poet, and author known for his contributions to Telugu literature. He overcame financial hardships in his youth after his father's death, supported by community donations that enabled him to continue his education and foster a passion for literature..[1] [2]
Early life and education
Vittalacharya grew up in a family that struggled financially following the early death of his father. Despite these difficulties, he was able to continue his education thanks to the support of his community. This experience fostered a deep appreciation for books and literature that stayed with him throughout his life.[3] [4]
Career
Vittalacharya's career encompasses roles as a principal and lecturer, and he has authored 22 books, including the poetry collection 'Vittaleshwara Satakam.' His work in literature and education has been acknowledged with awards such as the Potti Sreeramulu Telugu University Distinguished Award and the Dasarathi Award, which was presented to him in 2019 by Vice-President Venkaiah Naidu.[5] [6]
Contributions
Vittalacharya established a public library in his hometown of Vellanki, located in the Yadadri Bhuvanagiri, district of Telangana. This library holds approximately 200,000 books and provides essential resources for the local community. Its establishment has also led to the development of additional libraries in nearby areas. [7] [8]
Legacy and recognition
Vittalacharya's work in literacy and education has been recognized nationally. His library initiative received mention from Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the 'Mann Ki Baat' radio program, where the significance of libraries for educational development was discussed.[9] [10] Furthermore, on January 25, 2024, the Government of India awarded him the Padma Shri for his contributions to the field. [11] [12] [13] [14]
See also
References
- ^ Bhoomi, Vivek (2021-12-12). "Dr Kurella Vittalacharya: Telangana's 84-year-old marvellous Mr Words". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 2024-04-17.
- ^ "Modi praises Vithalacharya ... Who is he yet?". indiaherald.com. Retrieved 2024-04-17.
- ^ "84-Year-Old Gives Up Everything He Earned To Establish Library With Over 2 Lakh Books". IndiaTimes. 2021-12-14. Retrieved 2024-04-17.
- ^ "Inspiring Story Of Dr. Kurella Vittalacharya For Book Lovers". 2021-12-31. Retrieved 2024-04-17.
- ^ Bhoomi, Vivek (2021-12-27). "TNIE impact: PM Narendra Modi sees the bright side in Telangana writer's story". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 2024-04-17.
- ^ "Press Trust Of India". www.ptinews.com. Retrieved 2024-04-17.
- ^ Tanima (2022-01-03). "This Man Spent His Entire Earnings To Set Up A Library". lifebeyondnumbers.com. Retrieved 2024-04-17.
- ^ "T'gana govt felicitates Padma awardees including Venkaiah Naidu, Chiranjeevi". The Times of India. 2024-02-04. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2024-04-17.
- ^ "Former college principal converts home into public library; finds applause in PM address". Hindustan Times. 2021-12-29. Retrieved 2024-04-17.
- ^ Pulloor, Narender (2023-05-01). "Mann ki Baat mentioners from TS share success stories". www.deccanchronicle.com. Retrieved 2024-04-17.
- ^ Bureau, The Hindu (2024-01-25). "Five from Telangana, three from Andhra Pradesh in Padma Awards 2024 list". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2024-04-17.
- ^ "Five from Telangana get Padma Shri in arts, literature". ap7am.com. 2024-01-26. Retrieved 2024-04-17.
- ^ "Padma Awards 2024: PM Modi sends heartfelt congratulations to recipients in special message – Check full list of Padma Bhushan, Padma Shri, Padma Vibhushan awardees here". Financialexpress. 2024-01-26. Retrieved 2024-04-17.
- ^ "Padma Awards 2024: List of Awardees in Literature & Education Field". www.india.com. Retrieved 2024-04-17.
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