Former Karnataka Chief Minister SM Krishna passed away at the age of 92 on Tuesday. His last rites will be conducted with full state honors on Wednesday in his native Mandya district.
The Karnataka government has announced three days of state mourning, from December 10 to 12, to honor the late veteran leader and former Chief Minister SM Krishna, who passed away early Tuesday at the age of 92. According to PTI, his last rites will be performed with full state honors on Wednesday in his native Mandya district.
During the mourning period, the national flag will be flown at half-mast on government buildings, and all official entertainment events will be suspended, according to an official notification.
Bank Operations in Karnataka
Banks in Karnataka are expected to operate as usual on December 11 unless the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issues an official directive. As of now, no notification has been released declaring a bank holiday, so regular banking services are likely to remain unaffected.
Schools and Colleges Closed
All schools and colleges in Karnataka will remain closed on December 11 and 12 to honor the late former Chief Minister SM Krishna.
The Karnataka government has declared a public holiday for government offices, schools, colleges, and aided educational institutions during the three-day mourning period from December 10 to 12.
SM Krishna’s Passing
SM Krishna, who passed away on December 10 at the age of 92, is remembered for his significant contributions, including transforming Bengaluru into India’s Silicon Valley. Prominent leaders such as Prime Minister Narendra Modi, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge have paid heartfelt tributes to the veteran leader.
Modi praised SM Krishna as a remarkable leader, widely admired across various sections of society.
The Karnataka Assembly, currently in session in Belagavi, paid tribute to SM Krishna. Leaders from all political parties honored him as a “gentleman politician” and “statesman,” acknowledging his key role in transforming Bengaluru into an IT hub.
Krishna was awarded the Padma Vibhushan, India’s second-highest civilian honor, in 2023. Born on May 1, 1932, in Somanahalli, Mandya district, he held several prominent positions, including Speaker of the Karnataka Assembly, Chief Minister of Karnataka (1999–2004), and Governor of Maharashtra (2004–2008).
From 2009 to 2012, he served as India’s External Affairs Minister in the Congress-led UPA II government. In 2017, he joined the BJP, ending his nearly five-decade association with the Congress. Krishna retired from active politics on January 7, 2023.
