The body of Koduru Anuroop Reddy, a 23-year-old Telangana youth who lost his life while rescuing three friends from drowning in the United States, arrived at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad on Tuesday morning. The remains were subsequently taken to his home in Kavadipalli village, located in Abdullapurmet, where the funeral was conducted amidst an outpouring of grief and emotional scenes.
The Tragic Incident
Anuroop died on May 29 at Toro Bayou Park in Louisiana. He had gone camping with friends when three of them accidentally slipped into the Sabine River while fishing. Demonstrating remarkable courage, Anuroop jumped into the water and managed to rescue his friends. However, his feet reportedly became entangled in a fishing net, and strong currents swept him away before he could be saved.
Background and Education
A native of Shaligowraram in Nalgonda district, Anuroop's family had settled in Abdullapurmet on the outskirts of Hyderabad. He moved to the United States in 2024 and recently completed a Master's degree in Computer Science from the University of North Texas. He was scheduled to begin his professional career later this month.
Government and Community Response
Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy sent a letter of commendation, lauding Anuroop's extraordinary courage. In his message, the Chief Minister stated that the 23-year-old displayed exceptional bravery by risking his own life to save his friends, and that his sacrifice reflected the highest values of humanity. He extended heartfelt condolences to Anuroop's parents, Rajender Reddy and Durgabhavani, his brother Ashrith Reddy, and other family members, assuring them of the state government's full support.
Bhongir MP Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy played a pivotal role in facilitating the return of the body. He coordinated with the Indian embassy and officials from the Telangana NRI department. The body was transported from the airport to Kavadipalli in a special ambulance arranged by the state government.
About the Author
Madhu Rasala is a journalist based in Andhra Pradesh, with crime reporting as a major focus. He covers a wide range of beats including politics, development, tourism, environment, wildlife, civic issues, and social justice. Known for ground-level reporting and in-depth stories, Madhu brings sharp attention to detail and regional insight, especially while covering crime and law enforcement in the Telugu states.
