Hyderabad: Gaddar, the prominent Indian poet and activist, breathed his last on Sunday, August 6, at the age of 77. Known by his stage name, Gummadi Vittal Rao, he had been battling severe heart disease and was undergoing treatment at Apollo Hospital.

We express our profound grief over the untimely demise of Sri Gummadi Vittal Rao alias Gaddar.

A great poet, a revolutionary balladeer, his voice echoed the soul of Telangana. Our deepest condolences to his family. May God give them the strength. pic.twitter.com/MuKng830UB

— Telangana Congress (@INCTelangana) August 6, 2023

Fondly referred to as the 'People's Singer,' Gaddar's impact on the cultural and social fabric of Telangana was profound. His resonant voice and revolutionary ballads echoed the soul of the region, making him a beloved figure among the masses.

Upon the news of his demise, Twitter was flooded with condolences and heartfelt tributes. Telangana Congress expressed deep grief, praising him as a great poet and revolutionary balladeer who championed the cause of the people.

It is very sad to know that Revolutionary People’s singer, Telangana fighter Gaddar anna is no more..

My support to their family members in this loss.#RIP @RahulGandhi
#Gaddar pic.twitter.com/BqSbSEkn6U

— Abdur Rahman Ansari (@AnsariiTweets) August 6, 2023

Many users on the platform hailed Gaddar as the heart and soul of Telangana agitation, and his songs and oratory skills were instrumental in inspiring thousands of rural youth to join the Maoist movement and support the separate Telangana movement.

The passing of this iconic artist leaves a void in the hearts of many, and his invaluable contributions to the socio-political landscape of Telangana will be remembered for generations to come.

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