Kanaka Raju

Indian Gussadi dancer (1940/1941–2024) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Kanaka Raju (1940/1941 – 25 October 2024) was an Indian Gussadi dancer. In 2021, he received the Padma Shri award from the Indian government for his contribution to the arts.[1][2]

Born1940/1941
Marlavai, Hyderabad State, India
Died (aged 83)
Marlavai, Komaram Bheem Asifabad district, Telangana, India
OccupationGussadi dancer
AwardsPadma Shri, 2021
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Kanaka Raju
Kanaka Raju wearing traditional clothing and a turban, looking directly at camera
Raju in 2021
Born1940/1941
Marlavai, Hyderabad State, India
Died (aged 83)
Marlavai, Komaram Bheem Asifabad district, Telangana, India
OccupationGussadi dancer
AwardsPadma Shri, 2021
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Background

Raju was from Marlavai village, Jainoor, in Komaram Bheem Asifabad district.[3] He died on 25 October 2024, at the age of 83.[4]

Career

Raju has been teaching Gussadi dance for more than forty years. In 1981, he performed in the Republic Day parade.[5] He was chief dance master of Kanaka Raju School of Gusadi dance.[1]

Death

Raju died due to age-related issues on 25 October 2024, at the age of 84.[6][7] He is survived by his wife, eight daughters, and four sons.[8]

Awards

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