Manda Krishna Madiga
Manda Krishna Madiga | |
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Krishna Madiga addressing people | |
| Born | July 7, 1965 kotha Shayampeta, Hanamkonda, Telangana, India |
| Occupation(s) | Social activist, politician |
| Known for | Madiga Reservation Porata Samiti |
| Political party | Mahajana Socialist Party (2014 - present) |
| Movement | Madiga Dandora |
| Spouse | Jyothi |
| Children | 3 |
| Parent(s) | Komuraiah (father), Komuramma (mother) |
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Manda Krishna Madiga, born as Yellaiah on July 7, 1965, is an Indian politician and activist for the rights of the marginalized Madiga community. He was an anti-caste activist in the 1980s and founded the Madiga Reservation Porata Samiti in 1994. His activities include issues of caste discrimination, children's health, and disability rights.
Manda Krishna Madiga received the Padma Shri in 2025 on the eve of the 76th Republic Day.