Padma Shri Awardee (2014) • Eminent Telugu Writer

Prof. Kolakaluri Enoch

Former Vice-Chancellor of Sri Venkateswara University, Chairman of A.P. Sahitya Akademi, National Scholar, and visionary Pioneer of Modern Dalit & Telugu Literature.

Explore Literary Works Awards & Honors

100+

Published Works

300+

Research Papers

54+

Ph.D / M.Phil Guided

40+

Major Awards

Prof. Kolakaluri Enoch Photo
Prof. Kolakaluri Enoch

Prof. K. Enoch

Born: July 1, 1939 | Vejendla, Guntur Dt.

First S.C. Madiga Ph.D in Telugu
Personal Background

Biography & Early Life

Family Details

Heritage & Lineage

  • Parents: K. Visranthamma & K. Ramaiah
  • Native Place: Vejendla, Guntur Dist, A.P.
  • Date of Birth: July 1, 1939
  • Wife: K. Bhagirathi, B.Sc, M.A.
  • Siblings: Mrs. N. Marthamma, K. Nagabhushanam

Education Journey

From Cattle Keeper to Scholar

Primary & Hardship (1945–1948)

A.B.M. Primary School, Vejendla. Served as Cattle Keeper in 1947–48.

Secondary & Intermediate (1948–1956)

U.L.C.M. High School & A.C. College, Guntur.

B.A. (Hons.) & Ph.D. (1956–1972)

Andhra University, Waltair & S.V. University, Tirupati. First S.C. Madiga to obtain Ph.D in Telugu.

Regional Epochs

Three Main Eras of Life

Sarkaru (Coastal) Vejendla / Guntur
1939 - 1962
Rayalaseema Anantapur / Tirupati
1963 - 2005
Telangana Meerpet, Hyderabad
2006 - Present
Career Ladder & Leadership

Academic & University Service

Service Progression Timeline

1
1959 - 1961

Lecturer in Telugu

A.C. College, Guntur

2
1962 - 1972

Tutor & Asst. Lecturer

Govt. P.R. College Kakinada & Govt. Arts College Anantapur

3
1974 - 1999

Lecturer, Reader & Professor of Telugu

S.V. University Tirupati & S.K. University Anantapur

4
1998 - 2001

Vice-Chancellor

Sri Venkateswara University (S.V.U), Tirupati

Key Institutional Roles

Chairman

A.P. Sahitya Akademi, Govt of A.P.

Principal & Dean

S.K. University Colleges, Anantapur

UGC Expert Committees

Member SC/ST Committee, Chairman Net UGC (27 Yrs)

National Sahitya Akademi

Member for 15 Years, New Delhi

National Educational Contributions

  • Appointed by UGC to select Vice-Chancellors for Indian Universities & evaluate Deemed Universities.
  • Civil Services UPSC Examiner & Paper Setter for 20 years.
  • Evolved National Language Policy & modernized Telugu Syllabus across 12 Indian Universities.
Creative Genius

Literary Works & Publications

Explore categorized creations spanning poetry, plays, novels, short stories, criticism, and translations.

Epic Poetry

Adi-Andhrudu (ఆది ఆంధ్రుడు)

An epic on a Dalit military commander-in-chief's life and mission in Andhra History.

Poetry Collection

Asha Jyothi (ఆశ జ్యోతి)

Meaning "Light of Hope". An inspirational poetic collection symbolizing awakening.

Poetry Collection

Tridrava Pathakam (త్రిద్రవ పతాకం)

A flag of trinity of liquids: Blood, sweat, and tears of working classes.

Poetry Collection

Cheppulu (చెప్పులు)

Focuses on shoes, labour dignity, and social resistance.

Poetry Collection

Amaravati (అమరావతి)

Celebrating the glory of the ancient historic city of Andhra Pradesh.

Bilingual Poetry

Voice of Silence

Translated into Telugu as 'Nissabda Swaram' and Punjabi by Sahitya Akademi.

Academic Curricula

Prescribed Syllabus Texts

"Talalenodu" (తలలేనోడు)

7 Years Syllabus

Intermediate Prose text in Andhra Pradesh & Telangana States.

"Munivahanudu" (మునివాహనుడు)

8+ Years Syllabus

Prescribed drama for Intermediate, M.A. Telugu, and M.A. English at University of Hyderabad & SVU Tirupati.

"Adhunika Sahitya Vimarsha Sutram"

10 Years Syllabus

M.A. Telugu text at Ambedkar Open University, Nagarjuna Univ & studied at Moscow University (Department of Oriental Studies).

"Akali" & "Kolimi"

Degree / 9th Class

Degree course text for 5 years and School Education 9th Class prose text.

Academic Impact

Research Conducted on His Works

33

Ph.D. Degrees Awarded

21

M.Phil Dissertations

Selected Doctoral Dissertations (Sample)

1. Evolution of His Plays: Dr. Hemachandra Babu (Guided by Dr. K. Anandan, S.V. University, 1992)

2. Evaluation of Munivahanudu: Dr. D.S. Basheer (S.V. University, 1997)

3. Feminism Reflection: Dr. Anita (Guided by Prof. Nanumasa Swamy, Osmania Univ, 2006)

4. Linguistic Analysis of Awakened Soil: Dr. Mohan Banothu (University of Hyderabad, 2021)

5. Humanism in Enoch's Novels: Dr. K. Surekha (S.P. Mahila University, 2024)

Prestigious Recognition

Awards & Honors

Government & National Level Awards

2014
Govt. of India

Padma Shri

Conferred in 2014 for distinguished contribution to Indian Literature & Education.

2015
Bharatiya Jnanpith, New Delhi

Moorthidevi Award

Prestigious national literary honor presented in 2015.

2018
Sahitya Akademi, New Delhi

Vimarshini Award

Sahitya Akademi Award in 2018 for Literary Criticism.

2021
YSR Lifetime Achievement Award

Govt. of Andhra Pradesh, Amaravathi

2009
Kalaratna

Govt. of Andhra Pradesh, Hyderabad

1998 / 1999
Jatiya Kavi / National Poet

All India Radio, New Delhi, Govt. of India

2000
Colonel (Honorary)

NCC Directorate, Govt. of India

2013
Visista Puraskaram

P.S. Telugu University, Hyderabad

2010 / 2011
Telugu Bharati Award

C.P. Brown Academy, Hyderabad

2010
Voorabavi (Modern Classic)

Sahitya Akademi, New Delhi

2004
Bhasa Visista Puraskaram

A.P. Official Language Commission, Hyderabad

2018
Katha Deepadhari

Telugu Short Stories' Writers Meet, Hyderabad

2019
Kanakabhishekam

Bommidala Foundation, Guntur

Sahitya Akademi Awards (A.P. & National)

1987

Voorabavi

Best Short Story Collection

Sahitya Akademi, Hyderabad
1989 / 1991

Munivahanudu

Best Play

Sahitya Akademi, Hyderabad
1998

Adhunika Sahitya Vimarsha Sutram

Best Literary Criticism

Sahitya Akademi, Hyderabad

Academic & Education Awards

2022

Honorary Doctorate (D.A. Honoris Causa)

Rayalaseema University, Kurnool

2023

Honorary Doctorate (D.Litt Honoris Causa)

Andhra University, Visakhapatnam

1993

Best Teacher Award

Govt. of Andhra Pradesh, Hyderabad

1996

Ambedkar National Award

National Dalit Akademi, New Delhi

1998

Best Educationalist Award

AIA Association, New Delhi

1996

National Integration Award

Govt. of Andhra Pradesh, Hyderabad

1999

Best Educationalist Award

Delhi Telugu Association, New Delhi

Literary Competitions & Early Recognitions

1964

Jai Hind

Best Drama Prize

Dept. of Info & Public Relations, Govt. of A.P.
1961

Anatha

Novel Prize

Andhra Prabha weekly / The Indian Express, Vijayawada
1958

Dristi

Best Telugu Playlet Prize

All India Radio, New Delhi
1957

Manchu Sikharam

First Prize for Short Story

Andhra Bhasha Samiti, Andhra University, Waltair
1957

Yuvati

First Prize for Playlet

Andhra Bhasha Samiti, Andhra University, Waltair
1958

Nisithinisankaravam

First Prize for Short Story

Andhra Bhasha Samiti, Andhra University, Waltair

Prominent Literary & Cultural Awards

Swarna Keeratam Award Joshua Sahitya Samiti, Tenali (2010)
Gandapendaram Award Osmania University, Hyderabad (2009)
Ajo-Vibho-Kandalam Award A.V.K. Foundation, Hyderabad (2014)
Spoorthi Award Bommidala Foundation, Guntur (2014)
Gurajada Award Govt. of Andhra Pradesh, Hyderabad (2011)
Pratibha Puraskaram S.D.C. Trust, Hyderabad (2001)
I World Telugu Conf. Sahiti Puraskaram, Hyderabad (1976)
II World Telugu Conf. Sahiti Puraskaram, Malaysia (1981)
III World Telugu Conf. Sahiti Puraskaram, Mauritius (1988)
IV World Telugu Conf. Sahiti Puraskaram, Tirupati (2012)
V World Telugu Conf. Sahiti Puraskaram, Hyderabad (2017)
Visala Sahiti Award Visalakshi Trust, Guntur (2009)
Pratibha Puraskaram Acharya Nagarjuna Univ., Guntur (2007)
Ramanamma Swarna Kankana D.R.W. College, Gudur (2009)
Swarnakankanam Award Bommidala Foundation, Guntur (2010)
Lalithakala Award N.T.R. Trust, Hyderabad (2008)
Mallemala Award Mallemala Trust, Kadapa (2010)
Life Achievement Award Siddartha Kalapeetham, Vijayawada (2006)
Bhimanna Award Rasamayi, Hyderabad (2009)
Erranna Award District Writers' Assoc., Ongole (2011)
Pratibha Award Madras Telugu Akademi, Madras (2001)
Pratibha Puraskaram Siddartha Kalapeetham, Vijayawada (2014)
Paidi Lakshmaiah Award Rasamayi, Hyderabad (1999)
Sugunamani Award Sugunamani Trust, Hyderabad (2004)
Asprisyaganga Award Vishala Sahitya Akademi, Hyderabad (2002)
CARDS Award Cards Org., Guntur (2002)
Civic Honour Yelamanchili City Felicitation (2012)
Diwakarla Award Centenary Committee, Hyderabad (2001)
Juluri Nagaraju Award Sri Kalaniketanam, Hyderabad (1977)
Santoshamma Award Dravidian Univ., Kuppam (2017)
Srijana Award Taruvoja, Addanki (2018)
Srikrishna Devaraya Award Govt. of Andhra Pradesh (2017)
Rayaprolu Award Vamsi International, Hyderabad (2017)
Chandu Award Prof. C.S. Award Committee, Vizag (2018)
Ravisastri Award Ravisastri Awards Committee, Vizag (2018)
Andhra Animuthyam Award Telugu Univ., Rajahmundry (2019)
Kala Subbarao Award TRGS Committee, Hyderabad (2019)
Bollimunta Shivaramakrishna Celebration Committee, Tenali (2019)
Tangirala Krishnaprasad Drama Annual Award Committee, Hyderabad (2021)
Kavisandhya Award Yanam (2025)
Gurajada Award Vijayanagaram (2026)

Honorary Titles & Global Felicitations

Telugu Bharati C.P. Brown Academy, Hyderabad
Mahamahopadhyaya IPLT, Ramachandrapuram
Kalaprapoorna Andhra University, Waltair
Sahiti Virinchi / Verinchi Vamsi Arts Int. (2007/2013)
Sahiti Tatwavettha Manasa Arts Theatres (2009/2019)
Kalasaraswathi Kalavedika, Hyderabad (1985)
Sahiti Samrat J.V.C. Committee, Tenali (2012)
Kathaka Chakravarthi Joshua Sahitya Samiti (1998)
Kavisamrat Kalarajyam / TRGS, Hyderabad (1977)
Mahakavi Dalit Open University, Guntur (1979)
Andhrasri / Srisarasvati 'Sri Saraswati Journal' (1961)
Andhra Animuthyam Telugu University, Rajahmundry (2018)
Prajwalitha Prajwalitha Association, Tenali (2019)
Mauritius Honour Mauritius Literatures (1998)
Singapore Honour Telugu Bhasha Assn. (2001)
UKTA Honour UKTA, London (2014)
Banquet Honour NATS, California (2015)
Telugu Keerthi Durandhara NATS Biennial Conference (2015)
Telugu Bhasha Siromani Telugu Assn., Bakersfield (2015)
Telugu Vidyadhara TAGS, Sacramento (2015)
Silicon Andhrasri SiliconAndhra Assn., San Jose (2015)
Sahitiputra / Sahiti Putra TAGS, Sacramento (2017)
Andhrasri TANA, St. Louis (2017)
Srisarasvati Telugu Assn., Detroit, Missouri (2017)
Telugu Velugu V.Cs Conference, Canada (1998)
ANR Award Writers Assn., Texas, Dallas (2019)
Bibliographic References

Works To Consult on His Life

1. Naanna KE (Biography) By Prof. Kolakaluri Madhujyoti
2. Prof. K.E.'s Sahitya Sristi Dristi By Prof. Kolakaluri Madhujyoti
3. Veekshanam (Evaluation) By Sri Vihari
4. Advitheeya (Appreciation) By Sri Vihari
5. K.E. Rachanalu Vasthu-Rupa By Dr. A. Ravindra Babu
6. K.E. Sahitya Tatthwam Edited by Dr. Anjaneeyulu

Contact & Residences

Official communication addresses

Mobile Contacts: +91 94402 43433, +91 97040 73996
Hyderabad Residence: 4-282, N.S.Nagar, Meerpet, Hyderabad-500 097 (Telangana)
Anantapur Address: 191, Santhinagar, IV Road, Anantapur-515 004 (Rayalaseema)