SM Krishna passes away: Karnataka govt declares holiday in schools, colleges, govt offices on Wednesday
Live MintKarnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has declared a holiday for schools, colleges, and government offices on Wednesday to pay tribute to former Karnataka CM and External Affairs Minister SM Krishna, who passed away on Tuesday. "CM Siddaramaiah announced one day holiday to schools and colleges and govt offices after SM Krishna's demise," 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. Earlier today, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar said that the last rites of Karnataka's former Chief Minister and Union Minister SM Krishna will be performed on Wednesday evening.