Wed Dec 11 19:11:51 UTC 2024: ## Karnataka Declares Holiday to Mourn Former Chief Minister S.M. Krishna

**Bengaluru, December 10** – The Karnataka government has declared a three-day state mourning period and a holiday for all government offices, schools, and colleges on Wednesday, December 11, following the death of veteran politician and former Chief Minister S.M. Krishna. Krishna, who also served as the Governor of Maharashtra, passed away early Tuesday morning at the age of [age not specified in text] after a prolonged illness.

His last rites will be performed with full state honours in his hometown of Somanahalli in Mandya district on Wednesday. During the mourning period, all official entertainment programs are cancelled, and the national flag will be flown at half-mast on all government buildings.

Tributes have poured in from across the political spectrum, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi praising Krishna as a “remarkable leader” who worked tirelessly for the betterment of others. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman lauded his legacy of statesmanship, while Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge described him as a visionary leader who significantly contributed to Karnataka’s progress. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah also joined in paying his respects.

Krishna is remembered fondly for his tenure as Karnataka’s Chief Minister, particularly for his focus on infrastructure development. He was also known for his intellectual pursuits and prolific reading.

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