Tue Dec 10 09:28:46 UTC 2024: ## Former Karnataka CM and Union Minister S.M. Krishna Passes Away

**Bengaluru, India** – S.M. Krishna, a former Chief Minister of Karnataka and a former Union Minister, passed away early Tuesday morning at his residence in Sadashivanagar, Bengaluru. He had been suffering from age-related ailments for some time.

The Karnataka government has declared three days of state mourning, from December 10th to 12th, in his honor. All official programs and celebrations are suspended during this period. His funeral will be held with state honors. The ongoing winter session of the Karnataka Assembly in Belagavi has been adjourned until Thursday as a mark of respect.

Several dignitaries have paid their respects to Krishna, including Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, who was visibly emotional. The news of Krishna’s death follows other unrelated stories, including the start of the Parliament winter session and ongoing family drama involving actor Manchu Manoj. A separate legal issue concerning VIP darshan at Sabarimala temple is also currently in the news.

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