Bammera Pothana
Classical Telugu poet
15th century
Historical associationπ Bammera, Jangaon district (also claimed by Vontimitta, Andhra Pradesh)
Wrote Sri Maha Bhagavatamu, known as Pothana Bhagavatam.
People of United Warangal, the old undivided Warangal district, who made their name in music, film, writing, the arts, sport and public life. Each card says how they are tied to the region and links to its source.
Classical Telugu poet
15th century
Historical associationπ Bammera, Jangaon district (also claimed by Vontimitta, Andhra Pradesh)
Wrote Sri Maha Bhagavatamu, known as Pothana Bhagavatam.
Medieval poet
12thβ14th century
Historical associationπ Palakurthi, Jangaon district (birthplace disputed)
Wrote Basava Purana and Panditaradhya Charitra.
We list people only when a reliable source places them in the region. Still checking: athletics coach Nagapuri Ramesh (Dronacharya Award 2016), poet Potlapally Rama Rao, freedom fighter Akkinepalli Thirupathi, lyricists Kasarla Shyam and Mittapalli Surender, and older Padma awardees. Someone missing? Tell us with a source and we'll add them.
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