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Founder of Ramoji Rao Group is no more: In a tragic incident, Ramoji Rao, founder and chairman of Ramoji Group, passed away this morning. Ramoji Rao was admitted to the hospital on the 5th of this month after his health deteriorated. He passed away at 4:50 am on Saturday. Senior leaders including Prime Minister Narendra Modi have expressed grief over his demise.
Rao Ramoji Rao was battling health ailments a few days before his death. According to reports, preparations are underway to take Ramoji Rao's body to his residence in Ramoji Film City, where his family members, friends and well-wishers will pay their last respects to the departed soul.
Eenadu Group Chairman Ramoji Rao died during treatment at a hospital in Hyderabad due to heart related problems. He was admitted to the hospital due to breathing problems. He was being treated in the ICU. He breathed his last this morning during treatment.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has condoled the demise of Ramoji Rao, founder and chairman of Ramoji Group. PM Modi tweeted, 'Very sad demise of Shri Ramoji Rao Garu. He was a visionary who revolutionized Indian media. His rich contribution has left an indelible mark on journalism and film industry. With his remarkable efforts, he set new standards of innovation and excellence in the world of media and entertainment.
Who was Ramoji Rao?
Ramoji's journey from humble beginnings to immense success is truly inspiring. Ramoji Rao was born on 16 November 1936 in a farmer family in Pedaparupudi village in Krishna district of Andhra Pradesh. He built the world's largest theme park and film studio, Ramoji Film City. His business empire includes Margadarsi Chit Fund, Eenadu Newspaper, ETV Network, Ramadevi Public School, Priya Foods, Kalanjali, Ushakiran Movies, Mayuri Film Distributors and Dolphin Group of Hotels.
As a media mogul, Ramoji Rao exerted considerable influence on Telugu politics. He had very good relations with many state and national leaders who would seek his advice on important issues. For his outstanding contribution to journalism, literature, cinema and education, the Government of India awarded him the Padma Vibhushan, the country's second highest civilian award, in 2016.
Ramoji Rao produced many classic films. Ramoji
Rao ventured into film production with the 1984 blockbuster romantic drama Srivariki Premalekha and went on to produce several classic films including Mayuri, Prathighatana, Mouna Portam, Manasu Mamata, Chitram and Nuvve Kavali.
