Former Karnataka Chief Minister S.M. Krishna passed away at the age of 92 in Bengaluru on December 10, 2024, due to age-related issues.
He breathed his last at 2:45 am at his residence.
Krishna, who served as CM from 1999 to 2004, was instrumental in transforming Bengaluru into India’s Silicon Valley and held various significant political roles, including Minister of External Affairs.
He was awarded the Padma Vibhushan in 2023 for his contributions to Indian politics.
The Karnataka government has declared three days of state mourning in his honor.
