Gaddar, dedicated his life to the cause of awakening the rural poor through his powerful folk songs – telling them that they can be independent one day, away from the feudal oppression that is aided and abetted by the state and its police machinery. https://thewire.in/rights/667217
His songs are electrifying. They would force one to think about their role in the society – whether they can do anything for uplifting the lives of the rural poor and tribals.
To say that these songs, composed and sung by Gaddar, had enormous capacity to force you to think about the rural oppression of peasants and the tribal communities is an understatement.
Meeting Gaddar is something that one cannot easily forget. He was the ultimate expression of humility, tenacity, determination, perseverance and courage. We owe our special debt to this radical folk singer and balladeer who was also responsible for organising several cultural movements.
09/08/2023