Ramreddy Damodar Reddy (14 September 1952 – 1 October 2025) was an Indian politician affiliated with the Indian National Congress (INC). He served as a member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) on five separate occasions and held ministerial office in the state government of Andhra Pradesh (later Telangana).
Early life and education
Ramreddy Damodar Reddy was born on 14 September 1952. Details of his early education and professional background prior to entering politics are not extensively documented in publicly available encyclopedic sources.
Political career
| Year(s) | Position | Constituency / Portfolio |
|---|---|---|
| Various (five terms) | Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) | Not specified in the cited sources |
| — | Minister in the state government | Served in the Information Technology portfolio, according to contemporary reports |
Reddy entered politics as a member of the Indian National Congress and was repeatedly elected to the state legislature, indicating a sustained electoral base. His tenure as a minister involved oversight of the Information Technology (IT) department, reflecting the INC’s focus on digital development during his service period.
Death
Ramreddy Damodar Reddy died on 1 October 2025 at the age of 73. His death was reported by major Indian news outlets, which described him as a senior Congress leader and former minister. The announcement prompted expressions of condolence from political colleagues and the public.
Legacy
Reddy’s political career, marked by multiple electoral victories and a ministerial role, contributed to the Congress party’s presence in the region. His passing was noted as a loss to the party’s senior leadership.
References
- Wikipedia contributors. “Ramreddy Damodar Reddy.” Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ramreddy_Damodar_Reddy.
- The Hindu. “Former Congress Minister R. Damodar Reddy no more.” 1 October 2025, https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/telangana/former-congress-minister-r-damodar-reddy-no-more/article70117403.ece.
- Seethakka MLA (X). “The demise of former Minister and senior Congress Party leader Ramreddy Damodar Reddy has caused profound sorrow. As a five‑time MLA and IT…,” 1 October 2025, https://x.com/seethakkaMLA/status/1973572207587762493?lang=en.