Nandini Sidda Reddy Wins Sahitya Akademi Award

Renowned Telugu poet Nandini Sidda Reddy has received the prestigious Sahitya Akademi Award for his poetry collection ‘Animesha’. The work reflects the struggles and emotional turmoil experienced by society during the COVID-19 pandemic. Recognized in the poetry category, the book has been appreciated for its powerful narrative and social relevance. The poem captures the hardships and human suffering witnessed during the pandemic, making it a significant literary work. The recognition by the Sahitya Akademi is considered a proud moment for Telugu literature. The award will be formally presented to the poet in New Delhi on March 31.