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Bheemanna Khandre: Life of a legend of Kalyana Karnataka in pictures

January 17, 2026

Bheemanna Khandre, a significant figure in Karnataka's political landscape, passed away on January 16, 2026. He was instrumental in the Karnataka Ekikarana movement, advocating for the inclusion of Kannada-speaking districts from Hyderabad State into Karnataka, and had a political career spanning from the freedom movement to contemporary politics.

Bheemanna Khandre: Life of a legend of Kalyana Karnataka in pictures

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Key Highlights

Bheemanna Khandre was born on January 8, 1923, in Gorta (B) village, Bidar district.
He played a key role in the Karnataka Ekikarana movement during the 1950s and 1960s.
Khandre began his political career as president of the Bhalki Town Panchayat in 1952.
He served multiple terms in the Karnataka Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Council.
Khandre also held the position of Transport Minister in the Karnataka government.

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