Swarna Vemaiah (Aged 84) born on January 1, 1911, in Pallepadu, located in the Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh, India, into a humble peasant family. Following the completion of his primary education, he dedicated nearly three years to conducting night schools for adults.
While in middle school, Swarna found himself arrested for distributing pamphlets that opposed British colonial rule. He ardently opposed practices such as untouchability, temple entry restrictions, and the denial of access to public wells. His efforts were primarily focused on uplifting marginalized communities and advocating for higher wages for agricultural laborers. In 1950, he joined the revenue department as a revenue inspector but later resigned to work full-time in support of the rights of farmers and industrial workers.
Swarna entered the political arena and was elected to the Legislative Assembly in 1952, representing the Reserved Constituency of Nellore. He served as a legislator for approximately 15 years, dedicating himself to the selfless service and advancement of people from various constituencies, especially those from underprivileged backgrounds. He played a pivotal role in improving the living conditions of the fishing community in the coastal areas of the district.
In 1966, he resigned from the Assembly Constituency to embark on a new phase of activism, championing various issues and advocating for the rights of agricultural laborers. Despite being born into a modest family with limited education, Swarna Vemaiah embraced exemplary political practices and ethical values. His legacy lives on, as he passed away on June 16, 1995.
Swarna Vemaiah
(1911 – 1995) – (Andhra Pradesh)
Swarna Vemaiah (Aged 84) born on January 1, 1911, in Pallepadu, located in the Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh, India, into a humble peasant family. Following the completion of his primary education, he dedicated nearly three years to conducting night schools for adults.
While in middle school, Swarna found himself arrested for distributing pamphlets that opposed British colonial rule. He ardently opposed practices such as untouchability, temple entry restrictions, and the denial of access to public wells. His efforts were primarily focused on uplifting marginalized communities and advocating for higher wages for agricultural laborers. In 1950, he joined the revenue department as a revenue inspector but later resigned to work full-time in support of the rights of farmers and industrial workers.
Swarna entered the political arena and was elected to the Legislative Assembly in 1952, representing the Reserved Constituency of Nellore. He served as a legislator for approximately 15 years, dedicating himself to the selfless service and advancement of people from various constituencies, especially those from underprivileged backgrounds. He played a pivotal role in improving the living conditions of the fishing community in the coastal areas of the district.
In 1966, he resigned from the Assembly Constituency to embark on a new phase of activism, championing various issues and advocating for the rights of agricultural laborers. Despite being born into a modest family with limited education, Swarna Vemaiah embraced exemplary political practices and ethical values. His legacy lives on, as he passed away on June 16, 1995.
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