Archive · 22 Nov 2025
Artist Revives Cheriyal Katamaraju Katha Tradition
Artist Ramanadham Ramesh is bringing back the Cheriyal tradition of Katamaraju Katha, a set of 32 stories that used to be very important to people in the Telugu regions.
These stories were made by many different types of artisans working together.
Ramesh wants to teach people, especially kids, about these stories again because they can help us understand our roots and how to behave in society.
He's planning to take these stories to different places and make them interesting for everyone.
Artist Ramanadham Ramesh is reviving the Cheriyal tradition of Katamaraju Katha
The tradition originally relied on a network of makers now faded from public memory
Ramesh emphasizes the collective effort of various artisans in the art form's survival
Katamaraju Katha was a tool for social upbringing and teaching respect for ancestors and social conduct
Ramesh is working to rebuild accuracy and interest in the tradition among younger listeners
- Who
- Artist Ramanadham Ramesh
- What
- Reviving the Cheriyal tradition of Katamaraju Katha
- When
- Present day
- Where
- Hyderabad and other locations across the twin cities
- Why
- To preserve and revive the cultural heritage and teach social values
- Tradition Name
- Katamaraju Katha
- Number of Stories
- 32
- Original Time Period
- Between 1165 and 1283
- Artists Involved
- Cloth weavers, bamboo basket makers, silversmiths, brass smiths, leather workers, carpet makers, potters, narrators, toy makers
- Artist's Goal
- To rebuild interest among younger listeners and present the tradition clearly for modern audiences