Chennaveera kanavi biography of alberta
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Kannada poet Chennaveera Kanavi passes away at 94; all you need to know about the 'Samanvaya Kavi'
Kannada writer and poet Dr Chennaveera Kanavi breathed his last today, 16 February.
The veteran poet was 94 years old when he passed away due to age-related illnesses at a private hospital in Dharwad.
Also known as ‘Samanvaya Kavi’ (Poet of Reconciliation), Kanavi was born in Hombal, Gadag district, on 28 June, 1928.
Chennaveera kanavi biography of alberta
He finished his schooling in Gadag, before moving to Dharwad for further studies. His literary talents were encouraged by then-principal of Karnataka College, VK Gokak, reports The Hindu.
Kanavi’s first book, Kavyakshi, was published in 1949.
Known for his simple and unassuming nature, the noted poet then went on to publish 27 more books, which included poetry and essay collections.
He joined Karnataka University as a secretary of its publication wing in 1956.
He remained at the varsity till he retired in 1983 as the director of the institute.
He was awarded the S