Suravaram Sudhakar Reddy, general secretary of the Communist Party of India, who passed away on Friday evening in Hyderabad, having been unwell for some time. His death has created a flood, a vacuum in national and regional politics. Across the political spectrum, from Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu to YSRCP president Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, the mood in the party is one of sorrow.
Naidu’s Tribute: A Life of Integrity
Chief Minister Naidu expressed his deep shock and mourning in a post on X. He recounted old memories with Sudhakar Reddy, commenting that it was hard to believe that a leader who had always worked for the people was no more.
కమ్యూనిస్టు పార్టీ అగ్రనేత, మాజీ పార్లమెంటు సభ్యుడు కామ్రేడ్ సురవరం సుధాకర్ రెడ్డి మరణ వార్త నన్ను తీవ్ర దిగ్భ్రాంతికి గురి చేసింది. అనునిత్యం ప్రజల గురించి ఆలోచించి వారికోసమే పని చేసే సుధాకర్ రెడ్డి ఇక లేరు అంటే నమ్మలేకపోతున్నాను. సమకాలీన రాజకీయ నాయకుడిగా ఆయనతో కలిసి పని చేసిన… pic.twitter.com/Q03LrWMqO4
— N Chandrababu Naidu (@ncbn) August 23, 2025
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He discussed Reddy’s long way from being a dedicated activist to the national general secretary of the CPI, emphasizing his dedication and integrity at every stage. Naidu mentioned the loss to everyone who valued old-style politics and principled values, besides just his losing a dear friend. He extended his condolences to the bereaved family.
Jagan Mohan Reddy’s Condolence
Echoing similar sentiments, YSRCP chief and Opposition Leader Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy described Sudhakar Reddy as a leader who had had a significant impact on the politics of the erstwhile Andhra Pradesh.
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Jagan opined that Reddy transcended party lines and left an indelible mark on every position he held. He mentioned that it was his ideological commitment and a connect with the grassroots that earned Sudhakar Reddy respect across the political spectrum.
Legacy Beyond Party Line
Suravaram Sudhakar Reddy’s life reflects the resilience of Indian Left movements. As parliamentarian and later as the general secretary of CPI, he always exercised a pragmatic approach to politics without once compromising on social justice, equality and people’s rights.
Senior Communist leader and former MP Suravaram Sudhakar Reddy passes away in Hyderabad. #SuravaramSudhakarReddy pic.twitter.com/Yn3Fil3VJv
— All India Radio News (@airnewsalerts) August 23, 2025
He spoke fiercely in favor of farmers, workers and the poor, gaining immense respect from far beyond the base of his party.
Suravaram Sudhakar Reddy’s demise reminds of an entire generation of leaders slowly withering away, who joined ideology and public service. His passing has caused genuine mourning across party lines, an acknowledgment of the respect he generated. As the tributes keep pouring in, Sudhakar Reddy’s life will continue to inspire those who stand for principled politics and public welfare.
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