Dadapir is a prominent Kannada creative writer and poet known for his active engagement in literary activities. His poems have been featured in major Kannada dailies. His story ‘Jalagara’ won first prize in the Sangata Katha competition, and his story collection ‘Neelakurinji’ received the 2022 Kendra Sahitya Academy Youth Sahitya Award. His notable works include ‘Parda & Polygamy’ and ‘Jonpuri Khayal’.