Age, Biography and Wiki
Bezawada Gopala Reddy was born on 5 August, 1907 in Buchireddypalem, Madras Presidency, British India (now in Andhra Pradesh, India), is an Indian politician. Discover Bezawada Gopala Reddy's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 90 years old?
| Popular As |
Bezawada Gopala Reddy |
| Occupation |
N/A |
| Age |
90 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Leo |
| Born |
5 August, 1907 |
| Birthday |
5 August |
| Birthplace |
Buchireddypalem, Madras Presidency, British India (now in Andhra Pradesh, India) |
| Date of death |
1997 |
| Died Place |
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Nationality |
India
|
We recommend you to check the complete list of Famous People born on 5 August.
He is a member of famous politician with the age 90 years old group.
Bezawada Gopala Reddy Height, Weight & Measurements
At 90 years old, Bezawada Gopala Reddy height not available right now. We will update Bezawada Gopala Reddy's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.
| Physical Status |
| Height |
Not Available |
| Weight |
Not Available |
| Body Measurements |
Not Available |
| Eye Color |
Not Available |
| Hair Color |
Not Available |
Who Is Bezawada Gopala Reddy's Wife?
His wife is Lakshmikanthamma
| Family |
| Parents |
Not Available |
| Wife |
Lakshmikanthamma |
| Sibling |
Not Available |
| Children |
Not Available |
Bezawada Gopala Reddy Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Bezawada Gopala Reddy worth at the age of 90 years old? Bezawada Gopala Reddy’s income source is mostly from being a successful politician. He is from India. We have estimated Bezawada Gopala Reddy's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2024 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
| House |
Not Available |
| Cars |
Not Available |
| Source of Income |
politician |
Bezawada Gopala Reddy Social Network
| Instagram |
|
| Linkedin |
|
| Twitter |
|
| Facebook |
|
| Wikipedia |
|
| Imdb |
|
Timeline
Bezawada Gopala Reddy (5 August 1907 – 9 March 1997) was an Indian freedom fighter, writer and politician.
Reddy was born on August 5, 1907, in Buchireddypalem in the Nellore district of present-day Andhra Pradesh (then part of Madras Presidency) to Pattabhiram Reddy and Seethamma.
Reddy completed his school education in the same village before furthering his studies at Andhra Jatiya Kalashala from 1921 to 1924 in Machilipatnam.
He pursued graduation in D.Litt at Visva-Bharati University in Shantiniketan, West Bengal.
Upon his return from West Bengal in 1927, he actively participated in the freedom movement, notably contributing to the Salt March and Quit India Movement.
As a consequence of his involvement, he faced arrest and imprisonment at Vellore and Tanjavore jails.
Reddy was married to Lakshmikanthamma, the daughter of the freedom fighter Tikkavarapu Rami Reddy and Sudarshanamma.
Similar to Reddy, Lakshmikanthamma was also a student at Shantiniketan and involved in the freedom movement.
Reddy's admiration for Rabindranath Tagore's works inspired him to translate many of his books into the Telugu language.
He was the Chief Minister of the erstwhile Indian state, Andhra State from 1955 to 1956 and later served as the Governor of Uttar Pradesh from 1967 to 1972.
He was popularly known as "Andhra Tagore" in recognition of his literary works.
Member A.I.C.C., since 1931 ; M.L.A., Madras, 1937–46 ; was Minister Local Administration, Government of Madras, 1937–39 ; President Andhra Pradesh, 1955–56 ; Finance Minister, Madras, 1947 ; Home Minister, Andhra Pradesh, 1956 ; Finance Minister, Andhra Pradesh, 1957 ; M.P. Rajya Sabha, 1958–60, Lok Sabha, 1962 ; Minister of Revenue and Civil Expenditure Government of India, 1958–61 ; Minister for Information and Broadcasting 1962–63 ; resigned under the Kamraj Plan ; Chairman, Children's Film Society; President: Dakshin Bharat Hindi Prachar Sabha (A.P.) ; Telugu Bhasha Samiti, since 1947 ; A.P. Sahitya Academy, since 1957 ; All-India Chess Federation, since 1959 ; Governor of U.P. since 1 May 1967.
Reddy was admitted to the hospital following an accident just 10 days prior to his death.
Reddy received the prestigious Raja-Lakshmi Award for the year 1989, conferred upon him by the Sri Raja-Lakshmi Foundation, Chennai.
He died on 9 May 1997 at the age of 89, after being discharged from the hospital at his son's residence.
An award in his honor was established and is known as the "Dr. Bezawada Gopala Reddy Award", recognising individuals in the fields of Telugu literature and politics for their contributions.
