Kanaka Raju (1940/1941 – 25 October 2024) was an Indian . In 2021, he received the Padma Shri award from the Indian government for his contribution to the arts.
Background
Raju was from Marlavai village,
Jainoor, in Komaram Bheem Asifabad district.
He died on 25 October 2024, at the age of 83.
[ Gussadi maestro Kanaka Raju passes away at 83]
Career
Raju has been teaching
Gussadi dance for more than forty years. In 1981, he performed in the Republic Day parade.
He was chief dance master of Kanaka Raju School of Gusadi dance.
Death
Raju died due to age-related issues on 25 October 2024, at the age of 84.
He is survived by his wife, eight daughters, and four sons.
Awards
