13-07-2025
Satish Kulkarni's poetry highlights optimism and social relevance: Baraguru Ramachandrappa
Pic: Veteranr writer Prof
Baraguru Ramachandrappa
inaugurates the event of senior progressive writer Satish Kulkarni's 75th birthday celebration at the KEB Community Hall by lighting the lamp in Haveri on Sunday
Haveri: In contemporary times, when religious controversies eclipse spiritual values and caste-based tensions pervade social discussions, openly expressing personal religious beliefs can be challenging.
However, as noted by senior writer Prof Baraguru Ramachandrappa, Satish Kulkarni's poetry maintains its relevance through its messages of optimism and support for the underprivileged.
At the lamp-lighting ceremony celebrating Kulkarni's 75th birthday at the KEB Community Hall on Sunday, Prof Ramachandrappa highlighted that genuine rebellion originates from emotional depth. He emphasised that impactful poetry requires deep insight, and poets should preserve their artistic integrity whilst remaining connected to people rather than pursuing material gains.
"Kulkarni's work is recognised for its conscientious approach over mere anger, recognising him as a people's poet," he commended.
Prof Ramachandrappa noted that Kulkarni's engagement with contemporary social matters, while enriching Bandaya literature in the region. He further stated that social change necessitates acknowledging past wrongs and developing greater awareness.
Kulkarni acknowledged that his involvement in Dalit and Bandaya literary movements enabled his recognition in literary circles. He mentioned that Champa was his initial educational foundation, and Prof Baraguru Ramachandrappa is his university. "Though emerging from a traditional family was challenging, Haveri soil gave me everything. Poetry, beyond expectations and anticipations, is my first and last choice," he stated.
Senior writers Dharanidevi Malagatti and Sarjoo Katkar, alongside Byadagi MLA and chairman Basavaraj Shivannanavar, and former MLA Nehru Olekar, were present at the event.
