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Krishna Kumari had worked on her book Kalacharithra before she passed away

As the headmistress of Sisuvidya Mandir, Hyderabad, affiliated to Bharatiya Vidyapeeth, and later as the founder principal of Oasis Day School in Hyderabad, Singaraju Krishna Kumari did not just essay her role of a teacher but played an active role in spreading awareness on the culture and traditions of our country. Before she passed away on May 29, Krishna Kumari had worked on her book Kalacharithra (Telugu) that has now been translated and published in English as Kalacharithra - Our traditions, our festivals for the younger generation to follow and understand the meaning, essence and methods behind the observance of festivals, which are a reflection of our ancient culture, traditions, and our spirituality. Krishna Kumari explored the Hindu concept of time, months, and festivals in the book. She had also authored books Maa Theertha Yaathralu, Part 1 and Part 2 and Kalyana Vaibhogame as well as several articles for magazines on various spiritual aspects, commentaries on Upanishads, Telugu and Sanskrit literature and inspiring personalities like Ramana Maharshi, Vemana etc.