Union Minister M Venkaiah Naidu today condoled the demise of legendary Telugu poet and writer C Narayana Reddy, a recipient of the prestigious Jnanpith award. "I condole the passing away of Dr C Narayan Reddy and pray for his bereaved family. He was a great literary figure in Telugu literature. He was 'king of the king' in Telugu language and a wonderful poet

Bhubaneswar: Union Minister M Venkaiah Naidu today condoled the demise of legendary Telugu poet and writer C Narayana Reddy, a recipient of the prestigious Jnanpith award.     "I condole the passing away of Dr C Narayan Reddy and pray for his bereaved family. He was a great literary figure in Telugu literature. He was 'king of the king' in Telugu language and a wonderful poet. His writings had mesmerised the people at large," the Union Information and Broadcasting and Urban Development minister  said in a condolence message.     Stating that 85-year-old Reddy had a great passion for literature, culture and art, Naidu said his demise is not only a loss to Telugu literature, it is a loss to Indian literature also.     His invaluable contribution will be remembered for ever, Naidu said adding that as a parliamentarian, Dr Reddy gave many constructive suggestions in Rajya Sabha.     85-year-old Reddy passed away in Hyderabad in the early hours today. PTI AAM RG SNP 06121648 NNNN