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Andesri to be laid to rest with state honours; leaders across parties mourn poet’s demise

Hyderabad, Nov 10 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has directed officials to conduct the last rites of renowned poet and Telangana state anthem lyricist Andesri with full state honours.
The Chief Minister instructed the Chief Secretary to issue necessary orders and make arrangements immediately.
Andesri, whose song Jaya Jayahe Telangana became synonymous with the statehood movement, passed away on Monday. His death has triggered an outpouring of grief across Telangana’s political, cultural and literary circles.
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