Union minister Ananth Kumar dies: Karnataka govt declares 3-day mourning

Bengaluru: Many renowned personalities paid homage to Union minister HN Ananth Kumar after his death on Monday. Former Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah, MP Rajeev Chandrasekhar, BJP leaders BS Yeddyurappa, Kumar Bangarappa, Governor of Karnataka Vajubhai Vala and many other leaders paid their last respects to the veteran leader. 

The Karnataka government on Monday declared a three-day mourning in the state. Condolences are pouring in from all quarters and top leaders of the BJP, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi are expected to arrive in Bengaluru to pay their last respects.