D.V. Gundappa

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Devanahalli Venkataramanayya Gundappa (1887-1975) , popularly known as DVG was a great visionary and polymath. He was a journalist, poet, art connoisseur, philosopher, political analyst, institution builder, social commentator, social worker, and activist.

K.L. Kamat/Kamat's Potpourri

Kannada Poet DVG
A rare photograph from N.M.K.R.V. College collection

Gundappa's "Mankutimmana Kagga" is a masterpiece in Kannada literature. It is a collection of deeply philosophical poems.

See Also:

• Emerald Coast -- Articles and pictures of Uttara Kannada (North Kanara) district documented over five decades.
• B.G.L. Swamy