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Dr. M. Sundara Rao is a professor in the Department of Economics and presently working as Special officer of the Andhra University Campus, Etcherla; Srikakulam, A.P. He obtained his Post Graduate Degree in Economics from Andhra University, Visakhapatnam and received his M.Phil Degree from Acharya Nagarjuna University, Guntur and got his Ph.D. in Economics from Andhra University. Prof. Rao has published one text book, 13 of his research papers find place indifferent textbooks edited by other reputed authors. He has completed 3 minor and 3 major research projects, funded by UGC and other organization. Eighteen research degrees (four Ph.D. and 10 M.Phil) were awarded under his guidance. He has organized 2 national seminars and in association with various academic, administration body. Prof. Rao has worked extensively on various issues relating to tribal economy.

Mr. Majji Sankara Reddi is a social activist and working as a Chief Executive of Jana Chetana, an NGO since 1984 onwards. His key qualifications are Master's Degree in rural Development, Experience in Natural Resource Management, Food Security and Participatory Planning. He is a Member, Working Group on Empowerment Scheduled Tribes for preparation of Tenth Five Year Plan, constituted by the Planning Commission, Government of India. On the eve of International Year of the Indigenous People. He had published Savara Language Learning Book, Savara Education Book, Savara Festivals-Songs Book; Savara Balageeyalu and Savara-Telugu Glossary book. He participated in more than 50 National and International Seminars.