A collection of poems by rebel poet Chennanna Walikar, titled 'Chigare Akrandana', was released at Gulbarga University. Scholars highlighted Walikar's literary resistance against social injustice, inequality, and the suffering of the oppressed, particularly Dalits. His writings are noted for their social commitment, advocacy for justice and equality, and role in sensitizing society. There is a call for the government to establish a Chennanna Walikar Foundation in Kalaburagi.