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Emotional Tribute: Madhu Yashki Urges Gaddar Foundation To Preserve Every Trace Of Revolutiona Icon
Gaddar Foundation held a powerful and emotionally charged meeting today at Tourism Plaza Hotel, Begumpet, with key political and social leaders paying homage to the legendary people’s poet and revolutionary, Gaddar. The event was marked by impassioned reflections on his life, ideals, and the need to preserve his vast legacy for future generations.
Madhu Yashki Goud, Chairman of the TPCC Campaign Committee and former Member of Parliament, was a key speaker at the event. He called for the Gaddar Foundation to play an active role in preserving every aspect of Gaddar’s revolutionary journey — his writings, songs, performances, and ideology — to continue inspiring people in the years to come.
“Gaddar is a Consciousness, Not Just a Person”
Opening his address with heartfelt emotion, Madhu Yashki described Gaddar as more than a revolutionary or artist. “Gaddar is a consciousness,” he declared. “Every trace of him must be collected, documented, and shared with future generations. His life’s work is a testament to people’s struggles, dreams, and the spirit of resistance.”
He emphasized that the Foundation must not just memorialize Gaddar in sentiment, but institutionalize his work in the form of archiving his poetry, plays, and speeches — in both Telugu and Hindi — so that his messages reach a broader audience.
A Long-Standing Relationship
Sharing his personal connection, Madhu Yashki recalled his deep-rooted relationship with Gaddar since college days. He spoke of their shared involvement in the Telangana statehood movement, a period of intense struggle, protests, and public mobilization.
He reminisced about the days they fought side by side, calling them unforgettable. Even after the state’s formation, Gaddar and Madhu Yashki joined forces again — this time to protest the continued exploitation of Telangana’s resources and the government’s failure to fulfill people’s aspirations.
Their bond, he revealed, deepened through ideological conversations, eventually bringing Gaddar and his family closer to the Congress party in the final phase of his life.
The Responsibility of the Foundation
According to Madhu Yashki, the Gaddar Foundation carries an immense responsibility: to preserve Gaddar’s revolutionary spirit, ideals, and literary legacy. He urged the Foundation, now led by Gaddar’s son Suryakiran, to work towards establishing archives, publishing collections of his work, and facilitating translations to make his voice a part of national consciousness.
“It is our duty to ensure that Gaddar’s voice does not fade into silence. Let his words live on — in schools, libraries, theaters, and people’s movements,” he said.
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A Stand on Operation Kagar and Maoist Dialogue
In a bold statement, Madhu Yashki criticized the government’s continued implementation of Operation Kagar, even after Maoist groups expressed interest in peace talks.
“It is wrong to treat a social problem as a military one,” he said. “The government talks with Pakistan — an enemy nation — but refuses to initiate dialogue with its own people. Shooting citizens instead of offering talks is unjustifiable.”
He urged civil society and political leaders to push for peaceful negotiations, pointing out that Gaddar always advocated for peace through justice.
Event Highlights and Attendees
The meeting was chaired by Suryakiran, Gaddar’s son and now a symbolic bearer of his legacy. Prominent participants included:
Shantha Sinha, Chairperson of the Gaddar Foundation and noted child rights activist
MLC Dasoju Sravan, who praised Gaddar’s contribution to socio-political discourse
Former MLA Chanti Kiran, who called for inclusion of Gaddar’s literature in the education system
Former Press Academy Chairman Allam Narayana, who highlighted the media’s responsibility in promoting revolutionary literature
Anjaneya Reddy, a long-time associate of Gaddar, shared lesser-known anecdotes from his underground activism
The event also featured musical tributes, including renditions of Gaddar’s most powerful songs that once reverberated through Telangana during protests and marches.
State Support and Future Steps
Madhu Yashki noted with appreciation that the Telangana government has extended “all possible support” to the Gaddar Foundation so far. However, he called for institutional backing to establish a Gaddar Cultural and Research Centre, where young people can study his philosophy and creative work.
“The best tribute we can offer Gaddar is to embed his values in public consciousness and educational discourse,” he said.
Conclusion
The Gaddar Foundation meeting in Begumpet was more than a commemorative gathering — it was a call to action. Through passionate speeches, shared memories, and bold demands, speakers emphasized the urgency of preserving and promoting Gaddar’s revolutionary consciousness.
Madhu Yashki Goud’s stirring remarks summed up the sentiment of the day: Gaddar may be gone, but his voice must continue to echo. With collective effort, his legacy can guide future generations towards justice, equality, and people’s empowerment — ideals he held until his last breath.
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