Biography
Dr. Velu Anandachari is widely recognized across the world for his pivotal role in “Traditional Temple Sculpture” and “Temple Architecture of India”.
Born on 1st June, 1952 in Vennampally village of Chittoor District, Andhra Pradesh, Dr. Velu received his sculpture Training Certificate from SV Training Centre for Sculpture, TTD, Tirupathi from 1972 to 1975 and obtained B.A. Degree from Andhra University, Waltair in 1986 by pursuing Distance Education. He also pursued M.A. Degree in Ancient Indian History, Culture and Archeology from Osmania University at Hyderabad during 1994–95. He worked as a Skilled Assistant (Teacher) in Silpa Kalasala which was run by the Endowments Department, from 1975 to 1978 and also worked as Assistant Stapathy under Srisailam Submersible Transplantation of Temple Project Works from 1978 to 1980. He had also designed and implemented the Stone Temple Reconstruction Works.
Dr. Velu worked as an Assistant Stapathy from 1982 to 1989 in Endowments Dept. in the combined state of A.P. He undertook many prestigious temple projects i.e., Dhumetha Purnima Project (Hussain Sagar), Srisailam Devasthanam Fort Wall, Yadadri Temple Construction and many more Temple Constructions and Re-construction of Temple Works with Sculptural works. From 1990 to 2008 he worked as a Deputy Stapathy in the Endowment Department in the combined State of A.P. and successfully completed duly supervising all his projects. He retired as Stapathy Advisor from Endowment Department Government of Andhra Pradesh.
Dr. Velu acquired the Chief Stapathy post in the Government of AP from 2009 to 2010. He is the first person in the Telugu Region to achieve this milestone. He was appointed as a Member of the Technical Advisory Committee, Government of AP and worked in a dedicated manner in all his work. Dr. Velu, who worked at Yadadri Temple, a huge and prestigious project, was appointed as an Additional Advisor Stapathy and completed the gigantic project work in the year 2022.
Dr. Velu worked as one of the Editor and imparted his services as a full-time work in publishing “The temple Architecture” in Telugu known as “Kasyapan” and “Mayamata Silpa Grandam” from 2011 to 2013.
Dr. Velu is the recipient of numerous awards and honours from district level to Global level. He has been conferred with Honorary Doctorate Degree by Religious Architecture and Construction of methods from United Theological University, U.S.A., branch Secunderabad in 2018. He got Gold Medal in All India Amateur Painting Competition in 1987. Navarang Chitra kalaniketan, A.P. honoured him on the occasion of 4th Telugu World Conference held at Tirupathi in 2002. He was honoured with “Ugadi Puraskar” by the Honourable Chief Minister in the years 2002, 2008, 2013 and 2023 and also received State Award “Hamsa Puraskar” with Kala Ratna Certification in 2013 for his excellence in sculpture works.
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Guinness / Limca Book of Records (2007 & 2008): Double Limca Record holder for creating 101 Medicinal Artworks within 25 hours. Official World Record (UK - 2010) & Global World Record (2006).
Unique World Records (2011–12): Recognized as the editor of invaluable Telugu texts on Shilpa Shastra.
Included in India Book of Records, Everest, Elite World Records, Miracles world Records, and Lifetime Achievement Awards from Telugu Book of Records.
Padma Shri Award (2024): Conferred by the Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, in the field of Art (Traditional Temple Sculpture & Architecture).
Hamsa Puraskar / Kala Ratna (2013): State Civilian Honour presented by the Government of Andhra Pradesh featuring a Gold-plated Hamsa memento.
Ugadi Puraskaar: Awarded by the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh (2002, 2008, 2013) and Chief Minister of Telangana (2023). Pratibha Puraskaar (2017–18): Presented by P.S. Telugu University through the Government of Telangana.
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar National Award (2016): Awarded by Vishwa Janakala Mandali, Hyderabad.
Viswakarma Legendary National Award (2017): Presented at Ravindra Bharathi, Hyderabad.
Indian Icon Award (2022): Swami Vivekananda Indian Icon Award from North Delhi Cultural Academy.
National Kala Ratna Award (2024): Presented by K.C. Pullaiah Memorial Foundation, Proddatur.
Vishwa Kala Vaibhavam (2025): Conferred by Sree Shanthi Krishna Seva Samithi International Cultural Organisation.
Career & Professional Milestones1975 – 1978: Skilled Assistant (Teacher) at Silpa Kalasala (Endowments Dept.). 1978 – 1980: Assistant Sthapathi for Srisailam Submersible Transplantation of Temple Projects. 1982 – 1989: Assistant Sthapathi (Endowments Dept., Combined AP), leading major landmark projects including the Buddha Purnima Project (Hussain Sagar) and Srisailam Devasthanam Fort Wall. 1990 – 2008: Deputy Sthapathi, Endowments Department, Combined Andhra Pradesh. 2009 – 2010: Achieved the distinction of becoming the First Chief Sthapathi in the Telugu Region for the Government of Andhra Pradesh. Key Advisory Roles: Member of the Technical Advisory Committee (Govt. of AP) and Chief Advisor Sthapathi for the Yadadri Temple Development Authority (completed the mega reconstruction project in 2022). Literary Contributions: Chief Editor/Author for landmark Telugu books on Shilpa Shastra including "Kasyapam" and "Mayamata Silpa Grandam" (2011–2013).
1000+ Temple Projects: Successfully designed, constructed, and restored over 1,000 temple projects globally. 250+ Awards: Received over 250 awards across regional, national, and international levels.
Social Service & Charity: Actively involved in philanthropic initiatives, supporting education and welfare for visually impaired and underprivileged students.
Advisor (2025): Serving as Advisor for the All India Old Temples Renovation Trust, Hyderabad
Contact Information
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Artwork Gallery
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Achievements & Exhibitions
Felicitation by Honorable Chief Minister Shri Nara Chandrababu Naidu
"A truly memorable honor! Receiving a special memento and blessing from Honorable Chief Minister Shri Nara...
A Moment of Distinction: Dr. Velu Anandachari Recognized for Excellence in Temple Architecture
"A memorable milestone! Padma Shri Dr. Velu Anandachari receiving a grand felicitation and golden memento ...
Megastar Chiranjeevi Honors Dr. Velu Anandachari: Celebrating a Sculptural Maestro
We are absolutely delighted to share the heartening news that the legendary Megastar Chiranjeevi has extended his w...
Honouring Traditonal Craftsmanship: Dr Velu Anandachari's Community Engagement
This warm image captures Dr Velu Anandachari with telugu movie director Rghavedra rao garu, being felicitated by c...
Dr. Velu Anandachari Performs Sacred Bhoomi Puja for New Temple Construction
In a profoundly spiritual and auspicious ceremony, esteemed Sthapathi and Padma Shri awardee, Dr. Velu Anandachari,...
Dr. Velu Anandachari: Guiding the Living Tradition of Temple Sculpture
Nurturing Sacred Art: The Living Heritage of Shilpa Shastra
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PM Narendra Modi Congratulates Padma Shri Dr. Velu Anandachari at Rashtrapati Bhavan
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah Congratulates Padma Shri Dr. Velu Anandachari
"A memorable moment! Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah warmly congratulates Padma Shri awardee Dr. Velu A...
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