Poetic Obituaries: [Neelakantan] Mullanezhy, popularly known as

'Mullan Mushu' among his friends, colleagues and disciples, firmly believed that poetry was not just for literary appreciation but should act as a catalyst for social reform.

His poems were mostly celebrated on the stage and in social campaigns than books or literary gatherings. Their oeuvre exuded the aroma of folk culture and tradition.

A two-time Kerala Sahitya Akademi Award Winner, his simple and rhythmic verses were a huge inspiration for myriad social campaigns across the State.

from The Hindu: Noted poet and lyrist Mullanezhy dead

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