Tue Dec 10 06:56:21 UTC 2024: **Former Karnataka Chief Minister S.M. Krishna Passes Away at 92**

BENGALURU, INDIA – Former Karnataka Chief Minister S.M. Krishna passed away at the age of 92 early this morning at his residence in Bengaluru. He had been reportedly unwell for the past few days. Krishna served as Chief Minister from 1999 to 2004 and later held the position of Governor of Maharashtra (2004-2008) and India’s Minister of External Affairs (2009).

Known for his significant contributions to Karnataka’s development, Krishna is credited with significantly boosting Bengaluru’s profile as a global technology hub. His political career spanned several decades, beginning in 1962 when he won the Maddur Assembly seat as an independent candidate. He later joined the Indian National Congress and later the BJP. He also served as Speaker of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly and Deputy Chief Minister. His tenure as External Affairs Minister saw him play a key role in shaping India’s foreign policy.

Krishna, a recipient of the Padma Vibhushan in 2023, was also a known tennis enthusiast. His death has prompted widespread grief and tributes from political leaders and the public alike. Chief Minister Priyanka Kharge described his service to the state as an indelible mark, while Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu expressed his condolences, recalling their shared commitment to attracting investment.

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