Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman condoles death of Former Karnataka CM SM Krishna

NEW DELHI: Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs, Nirmala Sitharaman, has condoled the death of Karnataka former Chief Minister S M Krishna, who passed away on Tuesday at the age of 92 due to prolonged illness.

Taking to social media X, Sitharaman wrote in a post that Krishna made invaluable contributions to public life and served with distinction as the Chief Minister and the Union Minister of External Affairs.

“Deeply saddened by the passing of S M Krishna. He made invaluable contributions to public life, serving with distinction as Chief Minister of Karnataka and Union Minister of External Affairs. He has left behind a rich legacy of Statesmanship and Public Service. Heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones. Om Shanti”, the post read.

ಶ್ರೀ ಎಸ್.ಎಂ ಕೃಷ್ಣರವರ ನಿಧನದಿಂದ ತೀವ್ರ ದುಃಖವಾಗಿದೆ.

ಕರ್ನಾಟಕದ ಮುಖ್ಯಮಂತ್ರಿಯಾಗಿ ಮತ್ತು ಕೇಂದ್ರದಲ್ಲಿ ವಿದೇಶಾಂಗ ಸಚಿವರಾಗಿ ಸೇವೆ ಸಲ್ಲಿಸಿದ ಅವರು ಸಾರ್ವಜನಿಕ ಜೀವನಕ್ಕೆ ಅತ್ಯಮೂಲ್ಯ ಕೊಡುಗೆಯನ್ನು ನೀಡಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

ಅವರು ರಾಜಕೀಯ ಮತ್ತು ಸಾರ್ವಜನಿಕ ಸೇವೆಯ ಶ್ರೀಮಂತ ಪರಂಪರೆಯನ್ನು ಬಿಟ್ಟಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

ಅವರ ಕುಟುಂಬಕ್ಕೆ ಸಂತಾಪ… pic.twitter.com/Ru26wmhQ29

— Nirmala Sitharaman (@nsitharaman) December 10, 2024

Krishna had been suffering from prolonged illness and was hospitalized earlier in August. The body of the politician will be kept at his residence today for the last darshan of the public.

Meanwhile, Chief Minister Siddaramiah announced a holiday for schools, colleges and government offices to honour the memory of S M Krishna. The Karnataka government has also announced a three-day state mourning beginning today. “CM Siddaramaiah announced one day holiday to schools and colleges and govt offices after SM Krishna’s demise”, the Karnataka CMO said.

Earlier, in a post on X, Siddaramaiah expressed grief on the demise of former Karnataka Chief Minister and Union Minister SM Krishna and said that his “foresight” and “disciplined life” inspire aspiring politicians.”

“A statesman and a leader without adversaries, Shri Krishna was a guide and mentor to me during my early days in the Congress party and remained a well-wisher throughout. His foresight, disciplined life, and kind nature are an inspiration for aspiring politicians. I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family and admirers in this moment of grief. May his soul rest in peace”, Siddaramaiah said on X.

Earlier today, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar said that the last rites of S M Krishna will be performed on Wednesday evening. “Till at 8 am tomorrow, everyone is allowed to pay the last respects at his residence in Bengaluru. At 8 am tomorrow, his mortal remains will be taken to Maddur, his native place. By 10.30 am, we will reach Maddur and everyone will be allowed to have darshan till 3 pm. The family rituals will be conducted for one hour. At 4 pm, state honours will be presented and the last rites will be done”, Shivakumar told reporters. (ANI)