Sankarambadi Sundaraachari

Personal life When he went on a work to Kanchipuram, he came to know about the health conditions of the girl Vedammal from her parents whom he eventually married and started living at Tirupati. They were happy for some time, but later when she became ill (psychological imbalance) and soon after died. They had a daughter, but she also died at the age of 5. Having lost love of his life, Sankaram became unstable and led a wanderer life. He toured many places, written some books during this period and one such Buddha Geeta became popular and sold over 10000 copies. However, with his wayward and unstable life towards the end, he missed many opportunities and recognition in life. Thus remained an unsung hero who has not received due recognition and also monetary benefits. Forced to lead a poverty stricken life and ill health, Sankaram died in the year 1977.

Awards and felicitations

Prasanna Kavi award, Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati In the year 1975, on the occasion of 'World Telugu convention', he was honoured by the State government of Andhra Pradesh Tirupati Authority has installed a bronze statue in memory of him