11 months ago
Karnataka to Build Memorial for Kannada Novelist Bhyrappa
S.L. Bhyrappa, a famous Kannada writer, recently passed away at 94.
The government of Karnataka plans to build a memorial for him in Mysuru, where he spent much of his life.
Bhyrappa wrote around 25 novels that have been translated into many languages, including popular works like 'Vamshavriksha' and 'Daatu'.
The Chief Minister noted his literary achievements and contributions, and decided to honor his work and life through a memorial.
The Karnataka government will build a memorial for S.L. Bhyrappa.
Bhyrappa died of a cardiac arrest at age 94.
The memorial will be built in Mysuru.
The Chief Minister paid respects to Bhyrappa, a Padma Bhushan recipient.
Bhyrappa's works include 'Vamshavriksha', 'Daatu', and 'Parva'.
- Who
- S.L. Bhyrappa
- What
- The Karnataka government will build a memorial
- Where
- Mysuru
- When
- Announced Thursday
- Why
- To honor his legacy
Key facts
- Deceased
- S.L. Bhyrappa
- Cause of Death
- Cardiac arrest
- Location of Death
- Bengaluru
- Age
- 94
- Memorial Location
- Mysuru
- Notable Works
- Vamshavriksha, Daatu, Parva
- Awards
- Padma Bhushan, Padma Shri, Saraswati Samman
Timeline
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A minister suffered a possible stroke, highlighting the concerns.
Also, novelist S.L. Bhyrappa died of cardiac arrest at 94.
Quotes
Siddaramaiah
Karnataka Chief Minister
“Our government will take measures to build a memorial in Mysuru, because he spent most of his life in Mysuru, his education and most of his professional and literary life was in Mysuru”
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“I have not been able to read all his novels, but I have read a few of them.”
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D K Shivakumar
Deputy Chief Minister
“Bhyrappa was known for his straightforwardness in his talk and his writings”
deccanchronicle.com
Sources
Renowned Kannada Novelist SL Bhyrappa Dies At 94
Karnataka to Build Memorial for Renowned Novelist SL Bhyrappa in Mysuru
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Noted Kannada novelist S L Bhyrappa dies
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Padma Bhushan awardee and celebrated Kannada novelist SL Bhyrappa dies at 94: Read how the literary legend enthralled millions of readers for several decades
Renowned Kannada novelist SL Bhyrappa passes away at 94
Renowned Kannada Novelist SL Bhyrappa Dies at 94; Modi Pays Tribute
