’SM Krishna worked tirelessly to improve lives’: PM Modi pays tribute to ex-Karnataka CM
Live MintFormer Karnataka Chief Minister Somanahalli Mallaiah Krishna, the visionary behind Bengaluru's transformation into the Silicon Valley of India, passed away at the age of 92, on Tuesday morning. Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to X to condole the death of the former Karnataka Chief Minister, stating that “SM Krishna was a remarkable leader, admired by people from all walks of life.” "He always worked tirelessly to improve the lives of others. ‘Bengaluru still reaping benefits of his vision’ Karnataka's IT Minister Priyank Kharge, condoled SM Krishna's death on X, stating that Bengaluru is still reaping the “benefits of his vision.” Kharge added, the former Karnataka Chief Minister's “ vision and dedication shaped Karnataka’s progress and his corporate approach towards governance for Bengaluru endeared him to many." ‘Was a guide and mentor…’ Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah expressed his grief, and said that SM Krishna was a ‘guide and mentor’ to him during “his early days in the Congress.” “Karnataka will forever remain indebted to him, especially for his visionary leadership in transforming the IT-BT sector during his tenure as Chief Minister,” Siddaramaiah posted on X.