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Agara Prakash 

Agara Prakash R is an Indian politician and social worker associated with the Indian National Congress. He is known for his community development work, Kuruba community leadership, and political activism in the KR Puram region of Bengaluru, Karnataka. Prakash has held several organizational positions in the party and has been involved in public welfare, environmental activism, and social justice initiatives.



Early life and family

Agara Prakash R was born into a family deeply engaged in social and political service. His mother, Kempa Lakkamma, served as the Gram Panchayat President from 1993 to 2000 and later as the Zilla Congress Upadhyaksharu from 2000 to 2010. His father, Ramanna, was a social activist. Prakash’s son, Trigun, is a civil engineer. 



Political career 

Prakash began his political journey in 1993. Over the years, he has held several positions within the Indian National Congress, including:          Youth Congress Vice President for Varthur Kshetra, President of the Grama Panchayathi Congress Committee (1996), BBMP Ward President for Ward 25 Horamavu (2008–2013),  Zilla Congress Pradhana Karyadarshi (2013–2018) , Director for Marketing Communication and Media in the Government of Karnataka (2016–2019), Throughout his political career, he has worked with prominent INC leaders including A. Krishnappa, M. T. B. Nagaraj, Byrathi Suresh, D. K. Mohan, Rajeev Gowda, and Siddaramaiah.


 

Agara Prakash : An Introduction

Agara Prakash R is an Indian politician and social worker associated with the Indian National Congress. He is known for his community development work, Kuruba community leadership, and political activism in the KR Puram region of Bengaluru, Karnataka. Prakash has held several organizational positions in the party and has been involved in public welfare, environmental activism, and social justice initiatives.

Early life and family
Agara Prakash R was born into a family deeply engaged in social and political service. His mother, Kempa Lakkamma, served as the Gram Panchayat President from 1993 to 2000 and later as the Zilla Congress Upadhyaksharu from 2000 to 2010. His father, Ramanna, was a social activist. Prakash’s son, Trigun, is a civil engineer.












From Relief to Reform: Prakash’s Journey of Service

Legacy

Agara Prakash R is recognized for his grassroots political engagement, community leadership, and long-standing involvement in public service in the KR Puram constituency.

Social service

Prakash has played an active role in the development efforts in Horamavu and Agara within the KR Puram area. His contributions include:
COVID-19 relief efforts such as distribution of essential supplies
Flood rehabilitation support for affected families
Civic improvement initiatives and assistance for economically disadvantaged groups

He also participated in the Bharat Jodo Yatra led by Rahul Gandhi, engaging with citizens on issues of social welfare and political awareness.

Activism and Paadha Yatras

Prakash has participated in several mass movement campaigns, most notably:
Paadha Yatra against illegal mining in Karnataka
Mekedatu Paadha Yatra supporting the implementation of the Mekedatu water project and advocating water security

His involvement helped raise awareness on environmental conservation, river management, and public resource protection.