India has produced several famous personalities that have excelled in their field. These Indian heroes have bettled against all odds and have reached the pinnacle of success by their courage, determination and perserverance. Their lives have inspired a whole generation of Indians and continue to inspire millions of Indians and others all around the world. Here are biographies of few such Indian heroes. These include people from all walks of life such as freedom fighters, leaders, scientists, litterateurs, writers, painters, musicians, social reforms and entrepreneurs. About the Author Born in 1956 in Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka, where the colorful Yakshagana opera holds sway, Parameshwar Hedge was drawn into music at a very young age. He stated learning Hindustani music when he was barely ten. Very soon, under the guidance of Sri S. M. Bhat and Sri Chandrashekhar Puranika Math, his interest in music grew into a passion. It was in 1976 that Parmeshwar Hegde went to Dharwad to seek advanced training under Pt. Basavaraj Rajguru. The maestro took an immense liking for the young vocalist. Over a decade and a half, he lovingly taught Parameshwar Hegde the best compositions from his amazingly vast repertoire. An 'A' grade artist on All India Radio, Parameshwar Hegde has been featured in several natinal broadcasts. He has appeared on television also & is much sought after as a concert artiste. Now a resident of Bangalore, he is a major attraction at prestigious music festicals all over India and had also traveled on concert tours abroad, to the U.S.A. Canada, United Kingdom and the Gulf countries. Without doubt, Parameshwar Hegde is a new star in the framament of Indian classical music. Touched by the genious of Rajguru and illuminated by warm inner light all its own, his music brings joy to his admiring listeners.