SM Krishna: a visionary leader who redefined Karnataka’s future
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SM Krishna: a visionary leader who redefined Karnataka’s future

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s.It is with profound sadness that we mourn the passing of S.M. Krishna, an extraordinary leader, reformer, and visionary whose transformational contributions have left an indelible mark on Karnataka and India. Visionary moderniser Krishna was a ‘people’s chief minister’ whose vision was grounded in the welfare and aspirations of Karnataka’s citizens. Krishna’s commitment to fostering creativity and cultural expression helped elevate this iconic visual arts complex into a vibrant hub for artists, students, and art enthusiasts, leaving an indelible mark on the cultural landscape of Karnataka. Architect of ‘Brand Bengaluru’ Over the years, Krishna's statesmanship earned him numerous accolades, including the Padma Vibhushan, India’s second-highest civilian honour, in recognition of his visionary contributions.

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SM Krishna: The Visionary Behind Karnataka's IT Boom
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SM Krishna: The Visionary Behind Karnataka's IT Boom

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His tenure saw the ground prepared for the Metro Rail, the Kempegowda International Airport, flyovers in Bengaluru, and above all the annual 'IT.com' event that brought international IT players to attend. The event became so popular that leaders cutting across party lines acknowledge Krishna for making "Bengaluru the must visit destination for IT czars." In her tribute to Krishna on …

Karnataka observes 3-day mourning for SM Krishna: Are banks and schools closed today?
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Karnataka observes 3-day mourning for SM Krishna: Are banks and schools closed today?

Hindustan Times  

The Karnataka government has declared three days of state mourning, from December 10 to 12, to honour veteran leader and former chief minister SM Krishna, who passed away early on Tuesday at 92. SM Krishna, former Karanataka CM, who passed away on December 10 at 92, was widely credited with transforming Bengaluru into India’s Silicon Valley. Schools and colleges closed …

Karnataka minister bats for building knowledge city as a tribute to SM Krishna in Bengaluru
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Karnataka minister bats for building knowledge city as a tribute to SM Krishna in Bengaluru

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka Agriculture Minister N Chaluvaraya Swamy on Tuesday said that he would write a letter to the Karnataka Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister to build a knowledge city in the name of the Former Karnataka Chief Minister SM Krishna to acknowledge the great leader. Speaking to the media, Swamy said "I will write a letter to the Karnataka CM …

SM Krishna passes away: Karnataka govt declares holiday in schools, colleges, govt offices on Wednesday
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SM Krishna passes away: Karnataka govt declares holiday in schools, colleges, govt offices on Wednesday

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Karnataka 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 …

SM Krishna passes away: Karnataka government declares public holiday on Wednesday
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SM Krishna passes away: Karnataka government declares public holiday on Wednesday

Hindustan Times  

Karnataka government declared a public holiday for all educational institutions in the state and government offices on Wednesday in honour of former chief minister SM Krishna, who died in the early hours of Tuesday. The Karnataka government has already announced three days of state mourning as a mark of respect to veteran politician and former Chief Minister S M Krishna. …

SM Krishna: Man who played key role in transforming Bengaluru into global IT hub
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SM Krishna: Man who played key role in transforming Bengaluru into global IT hub

Hindustan Times  

Somanahalli Mallaiah Krishna, a key figure in Indian political landscape, who played a vital role in transforming Bengaluru into a global hub, passed away on Tuesday morning at the age of 92. A recipient of the Padma Vibhushan, Krishna served as Karnataka’s chief minister from 1999 to 2004 and as India’s external affairs minister, in his six-decade long political career. …

Karnataka mourns visionary leader SM Krishna, tributes pour In
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Karnataka mourns visionary leader SM Krishna, tributes pour In

Deccan Chronicle  

Mangaluru: Karnataka bid farewell to one of its most celebrated leaders, former Chief Minister and Union Minister S.M. Krishna, known for his visionary leadership, played a pivotal role in developing Bengaluru as India’s Silicon Valley and transforming Karnataka’s IT-BT sector. Karnataka will forever remain indebted to him, especially for his visionary leadership in transforming… pic.twitter.com/r2N3tt9ngA Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar …

SM Krishna passes away: Karnataka govt declares three-day state mourning over demise of former Chief Minister
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SM Krishna passes away: Karnataka govt declares three-day state mourning over demise of former Chief Minister

Hindustan Times  

The Karnataka government announced state mourning for three days as a mark of respect to veteran politician and former Chief Minister S M Krishna, who died here on Tuesday. SM Krishna's last rites will be performed with full state honours at his native in Mandya district on Wednesday. In a post on X, Siddaramiah, "I am shocked by the death …

SM Krishna Passes Away: Karnataka Declares 3 Days Of Mourning, Final Rites On Dec 11
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SM Krishna Passes Away: Karnataka Declares 3 Days Of Mourning, Final Rites On Dec 11

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SM Krishna Death: Karnataka government declared 3 days of mourning for the demise of former CM of the state SM Krishna on Tuesday. The government announced that the last rites of SM Krishna would be performed with full state honours. Karnataka government will observe 3 days of mourning on the demise of former Karnataka CM SM Krishna. pic.twitter.com/wneHiziLCa — ANI …

SM Krishna passes away: The veteran's political career, legacy, and ‘Brand Bengaluru’
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SM Krishna passes away: The veteran's political career, legacy, and ‘Brand Bengaluru’

Hindustan Times  

Veteran politician Somanahalli Mallaiah Krishna, or SM Krishna, known for his efforts to promote 'Brand Bengaluru, passed away at the age of 92 on Tuesday. Krishna graduated from Maharaja's College in Mysore, obtained a law degree from Bengaluru's Government Law College, and then pursued his education at Southern Methodist University, Dallas, USA, and later at George Washington University. 'Brand Bengaluru' …

Former Karnataka CM S M Krishna passes away
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Former Karnataka CM S M Krishna passes away

Deccan Chronicle  

Mangaluru: Former chief minister and former external affairs minister Somanahalli Mallaiah Krishna died here early on Tuesday, leaving behind a rich legacy of statesmanship and public service that saw the 92 year-old leader scale heights of political achievements. Krishna Ji was also a prolific reader and thinker,” Modi said in a post on X. Kharge hailed the former chief minister …

Veteran Politician SM Krishna, Who Transformed Bengaluru Into India's Silicon Valley, Passes Away At 92
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Veteran Politician SM Krishna, Who Transformed Bengaluru Into India's Silicon Valley, Passes Away At 92

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Veteran politician and former Karnataka Minister Somanahalli Mallaiah Krishna, credited with making Bengaluru the Silicon Valley of India, passed away at 92 after a prolonged illness. 'His Vision Shaped Karnataka's Progress' PM Narendra Modi remembered Krishna as a remarkable leader, admired by people from all walks of life. Shri… pic.twitter.com/Wkw25mReeO — Narendra Modi December 10, 2024 External Affairs Minister S …

SM Krishna, former Karnataka CM and Maharashtra governor, dies at 92
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SM Krishna, former Karnataka CM and Maharashtra governor, dies at 92

Hindustan Times  

SM Krishna, a veteran politician and former Karnataka chief minister, died early on Tuesday in Bengaluru after a prolonged illness. S M Krishna was a former external affairs minister and Karnataka chief minister. Krishna, the former Chief Minister of Karnataka, whose legacy of leadership and public service has left an indelible mark on our state and nation. His vision and …

SM Krishna: Veteran politician who transformed Bengaluru into India’s 'Silicon Valley'
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SM Krishna: Veteran politician who transformed Bengaluru into India’s 'Silicon Valley'

India TV News  

Former Karnataka Chief Minister Somanahalli Mallaiah Krishna, widely known as SM Krishna, passed away on Tuesday at the age of 92 at his Bengaluru residence. A towering figure in Indian politics, Krishna is credited with transforming Bengaluru into India’s ‘Silicon Valley’ by fostering the city’s IT revolution during his tenure as Chief Minister. Political highlights Speaker of Karnataka Legislative Assembly: …

Karnataka schools and colleges closed tomorrow to honour former CM SM Krishna
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Karnataka schools and colleges closed tomorrow to honour former CM SM Krishna

India Today  

The Karnataka government has declared a public holiday on Wednesday, December 11, for all government offices, schools, colleges, and aided educational institutions to honour former Chief Minister SM Krishna. SM Krishna, who passed away at the age of 92 on December 10, was instrumental in making Bengaluru known as India's Silicon Valley. He passed away at 2:45 am on Tuesday, …

SM Krishna: A lawyer, scholar, politician and CEO Chief Minister who built Brand Bangalore
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SM Krishna: A lawyer, scholar, politician and CEO Chief Minister who built Brand Bangalore

India Today  

Somanahalli Mallaiah Krishna, one of the rare politicians from Karnataka who seamlessly traversed between national and state politics for close to six decades, discharging multiple responsibilities, is perhaps best remembered for building ‘Brand Bengaluru’ during his tenure as the chief minister of Karnataka from 1999 to 2004. He ended policy paralysis But, the political instability that preceded Krishna taking charge …

Why techies in India's Silicon Valley Bengaluru should say Krishna, Krishna
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Why techies in India's Silicon Valley Bengaluru should say Krishna, Krishna

India Today  

"Computers and IT are my two key weapons to turn Karnataka into a modern state," said SM Krishna in 1999, just months after becoming the Chief Minister. Former Karnataka CM SM Krishna who passed away on Tuesday, is hailed by many as the man who helped Bengaluru turn into India's Silicon Valley. "Sri SM Krishna took Bangalore to the future …

SM Krishna, former Karnataka CM and BJP leader, dies at 92 in Bengaluru
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SM Krishna, former Karnataka CM and BJP leader, dies at 92 in Bengaluru

India TV News  

SM Krishna, former Karnataka chief minister and ex-External Affairs Minister died at 92 in Bengaluru on Tuesday. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah condoled SM Krishna's death in a post on X. SM Krishna donned several caps SM Krishna served as the Karnataka chief minister, the external affairs minister and the Governor of Maharashtra before retiring from politics. SM Krishna was 16th …

Schools, and colleges in Karnataka will remain shut tomorrow, know reason
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Schools, and colleges in Karnataka will remain shut tomorrow, know reason

India TV News  

All educational institutions including schools, and colleges in Karnataka will remain closed for the next two days. The state government has announced a public holiday for all government offices, schools, and colleges, including aided educational institutions to honour the late former chief minister SM Krishna, who passed away on December 10 at the age of 92. The state is observing …

Karnataka govt working tirelessly to address Bengaluru's mobility challenges: CM Siddarmaiah
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Karnataka govt working tirelessly to address Bengaluru's mobility challenges: CM Siddarmaiah

India TV News  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday said his government is aware of the mobility challenges that plague Bengaluru city and assured that it is working tirelessly with a "result-oriented and multi-dimensional approach" to address this issue. "The heart of our state's economy lies in Bengaluru City and our vision is to transform it into a global economic powerhouse by providing …

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