Tue Dec 10 06:32:04 UTC 2024: ## Former Karnataka Chief Minister S.M. Krishna Passes Away at 92
**Bengaluru, India** – S.M. Krishna, former Chief Minister of Karnataka and former Indian Minister of External Affairs, passed away at his Bengaluru residence early this morning at the age of 92. He had been reportedly ailing for a considerable period and had been hospitalized multiple times in recent months. His death was confirmed around 2:45 AM.
Krishna, a prominent figure in Indian politics, played a significant role in transforming Bengaluru into a technology hub. His career spanned decades, beginning with his election to the Karnataka Legislative Assembly in 1962 as an independent candidate. He later served in the Lok Sabha and held various positions within the Indian National Congress party, eventually leading the party to victory in Karnataka in 1999, which led to his appointment as Chief Minister. After a long tenure with the Congress, he later joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the later stages of his political career.
His political journey also included serving as the Governor of Maharashtra from 2004 to 2008 and as the Minister of External Affairs in 2009. Krishna received his education at Maharaja College, Mysore, and Government Law College, Bengaluru, later pursuing further studies at Southern Methodist University and George Washington University in the United States.
Condolences poured in from across the political spectrum, including Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, who described Krishna as a “true leader” who always prioritized the well-being of his people. Krishna’s legacy includes his significant contributions to Karnataka’s development and his prominent role on the national stage. Further details regarding funeral arrangements are awaited.
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