A renowned Telugu poet and leftist intellectual, Rao has been imprisoned by multiple governments for his viewpoints. In August 2018, he was arrested with other activists accused of inciting inter-caste violence at a protest. Due to ailments, the octogenarian poet has been released on an extended medical furlough since March 6, 2021.
P. Varavara Rao
Is case active: Yes
Designation:Activist, Literary writer, Poet
Country:India
Region:Asia-Pacific
Gender:Male
Status:Conditional Release
Years active:2019, 2020, 2021