Panuganti Lakshminarasimha Rao

Indian author and educator

Panuganti Lakshminarasimha Rao - Indian author and educator
Born

1865
160 years ago

Died

January 1st, 1940
85 years ago — 75 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

India

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An influential Indian author and educator, produced significant literary works in Telugu. Contributed to the educational advancement and cultural preservation of Telugu literature. Acted as a principal in educational institutions and emphasized the importance of language and literature in society. Engaged in various literary and social activities, promoting the use of Telugu in education.

Authored influential Telugu literary works

Served as principal at educational institutions

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