Wed Dec 11 16:09:47 UTC 2024: ## Former Karnataka Chief Minister S.M. Krishna Laid to Rest
**Somanahalli, Karnataka (December 11, 2024):** S.M. Krishna, former Chief Minister of Karnataka and a prominent figure in Indian politics, was cremated with state honors in his village, Somanahalli, on Wednesday. Known for his visionary leadership and instrumental role in placing Bengaluru on the global map, Krishna was remembered fondly by those who attended his funeral. A poignant detail emerged from the ceremony: Krishna’s well-known love for coffee. An employee of the local Cafe Coffee Day outlet, where mourners gathered, recalled the late leader’s habit of enjoying a cup of coffee whenever he visited his village. The outlet provided free coffee to attendees as a tribute. Krishna frequently used the guest house adjacent to the Cafe Coffee Day as a place to relax with his family during visits.
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