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Telangana anthem writer Andesri passes away; last rites with state honours

Hyderabad, Nov 10 (UNI) Renowned poet and lyricist Andesri, best known for composing the Telangana state anthem Jaya Jayahe Telangana, passed away on Monday.
He was 64 and is survived by three daughters and a son.
Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has directed that the last rites of the poet be conducted with full state honours, and instructed the Chief Secretary to issue necessary orders and monitor arrangements.
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