Quick Info
| Profession | Poet, Lyricist |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 18/07/1961 |
| Age | 64 years (died on 10, Nov, 2025) |
| Birthplace | Rebarthi, District Siddipet, Telangana, India |
| Date of Death | 10/11/2025 |
Latest News about Ande Sri
10/11/2025
Ande Sri, the renowned Telangana poet and lyricist who penned the state anthem 'Jaya Jayahe Telangana,' passed away at the age of 64. He collapsed at his residence in Lalapet, Hyderabad, on the morning of 10th November 2025 and was declared dead upon arrival at Gandhi Hospital. His death was mourned by political leaders and the public as an irreparable loss to the literary and cultural world of Telangana.
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Bio/Wiki
| Real Name | Ande Yellaiah |
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| Other Name | Andesri |
Physical Stats & More
| Eye Color | Black |
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| Hair Color | Grey |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Qualification | Self-taught (no formal education); Honorary Doctorate from Kakatiya University |
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Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Community | Dalit |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Family
| Father | Boddayya |
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| Mother | Yellavva |
| Children | 1 Son, 3 Daughters |
Career
| Debut | He began his career with the song 'Mayamai Pothunnadamma Manishannavadu,' which brought him significant popularity. Over the years, he composed more than 3,000 poems that reflected the aspirations and struggles of the Telangana people. |
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| Notable Work | He wrote the official Telangana state anthem 'Jaya Jayahe Telangana, Janani Jaya Kethanam,' officially adopted as the state song by the Congress government on 04/02/2024. Other notable works include 'Palle Neeku Vandanamulammo,' 'Gala Gala Gajjalabandi,' and 'Komma Chekkite Bommara Kolichi Mokkithe Ammara.' |
| Titles | Sahajakavi Kokila, Janapada Vaggeya Brahma, Praja Kavi |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He faced early hardships, losing his parents at a young age. | |
| 2. Ande Sri grew up as a shepherd, beginning his journey into poetry while tending sheep. | |
| 3. His poems vividly portray the hopes and struggles of the Telangana populace. | |
| 4. In 2009, his song was included in the Telugu second-year graduation textbooks, marking a significant recognition in Telugu cinema. | |
| 5. His lyrical contributions during the Telangana movement became sources of inspiration and rallying cries for activists. | |
| 6. He followed Vedic Dharma throughout his life. | |
| 7. He was orphaned at an early age and grew up without parental care or formal education. | |
| 8. Ande Sri worked as a shepherd and cattle grazer during his childhood, during which he began composing poetry. | |
| 9. His daughter served as his scribe, writing down his compositions as he did not have formal literacy training. | |
| 10. He picked up language skills through listening rather than formal education. | |
| 11. He was recognized for exceptional skill in reciting Ashu poetry. | |
| 12. In 2009, his song was included in Telugu second-year graduation textbooks, marking significant recognition in Telugu literature. |