Madikeri: Addanda C. Kariappa, a theatre personality, is the new Kodava Sahitya Academy chairman. He took over charge on Thursday in the presence of several members and registrar of the Academy at the main office here, in a simple function.

Speaking on the occasion, the new Chairman stated that during his(3 year) tenure, he would work for Kodava language, literature, culture, flolklore, theatre and arts of the hilly region. He sought all members ‘help and experts’ consultation to achieve his goals.

He would have a transparent administration and sensible management of Academy work. He wanted to publish several Kodava literary works soon.

ZP chief S.R. Kushalappa, Bhrugandeshwar temple trustee M. Muthappa, Muda chairman Shajil Krishna, Shakti daily’s G. Rajendra, KSP ex-chief T.P. Ramesh, and many others felicitated A.C. Kariappa. New members of the Academy were present. Several visitors hailed the new chief of Kodava Academy of letters.