Vachana writer Devara Dasimayya had propagated equality in society, said Tobacco Board President T P Ramesh.
Speaking after inaugurating Devara Dasimayya Jayanthi celebrations in Madikeri on Wednesday, he said weavers community should be united to avail facilities from the government and also come to the mainstream of society. He called upon weaving community members to educate their wards.
Lecturer B C Shankarayya said that there is a need to conduct an in depth study on Vachanas written by Devara Dasimayya.
Welfare of society
The vachana poet of 11th century in his writings has observed that through honesty and dedication one could contribute to the greater good and welfare of society.
Additional DC Abhiram G Shankar was present.
(Published 25 March 2015, 18:41 IST)