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Veteran leader Shamanur Shivashankarappa laid to rest with state honours

December 15, 2025

Veteran Congress leader and former Minister Shamanur Shivashankarappa was laid to rest with state honours in Davangere on December 15, 2025, following his death on December 14. His funeral was attended by thousands, including prominent political figures and religious leaders, who paid tribute to his legacy as a respected statesman and educationist.

Veteran leader Shamanur Shivashankarappa laid to rest with state honours

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Shamanur Shivashankarappa passed away on December 14, 2025, at the age of 94.
He was laid to rest with state honours in Davangere on December 15.
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and other prominent leaders attended the funeral.
The Karnataka legislature paid rich tributes to Shivashankarappa, recognizing him as India's seniormost MLA.
He served as president of the Veerashaiva Lingayat Mahasabha for many years.

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Veteran leader Shamanur Shivashankarappa laid to rest with state honours

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