Archive · 5 Aug 2026
Former Governor And Educationist D.Y. Patil Dies At 90
An important man in India named D.Y. Patil has died.
He was 90 years old.
He was famous for building schools, colleges and hospitals.
He wanted every child to be able to learn.
He also served as the Governor of three states in India.
People across the country are very sad about his death.
The Prime Minister and many other leaders said kind words about him.
Thousands of people came to Kolhapur to say goodbye at his funeral.
He will be remembered for helping so many people get an education.
Padma Shri awardee Dr D.Y. Patil, a renowned educationist, philanthropist and former Governor, died at his residence in Kolhapur on Tuesday after a prolonged illness.
He was 90 at the time of death, although one report gave his age as 91.
His last rites were held on August 5 at 5 pm in Kolhapur with full state honours, with thousands gathering to pay tribute.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Rahul Gandhi, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and other leaders offered condolences.
Patil founded the D Y Patil Group, spanning over 182 institutions and seven deemed universities, and served as Governor of Tripura, Bihar and West Bengal.
- Who
- Dr Dnyandeo Yashwantrao (D.Y.) Patil, Padma Shri awardee, educationist, philanthropist and former Governor of Bihar, Tripura and West Bengal.
- What
- He died at his residence in Kolhapur after a prolonged illness, drawing tributes from leaders across the country.
- When
- Tuesday, August 4, 2026; his last rites took place on August 5, 2026 at 5 pm.
- Where
- Kolhapur, Maharashtra, India.
- Why
- He passed away at age 90 (reported as 91 in one article) following a prolonged illness.
- Full Name
- Dnyandeo Yashwantrao (D.Y.) Patil
- Born
- October 22, 1935, in Ambap village, Kolhapur district, Maharashtra
- Died
- August 4, 2026, in Kolhapur; age 90 (one report says 91)
- Honour
- Padma Shri (1991)
- Governorships
- Tripura (2009-2013), Bihar (2013-2014), West Bengal (2014, additional charge)
- Political Career
- Mayor of Kolhapur (1957-1962); MLA from Panhala (1967, 1972); began with Congress party
- Legacy
- Founded D Y Patil Group: 182+ institutions and seven deemed universities
- Last Rites
- August 5, 2026, 5 pm, Kolhapur, with full state honours
Sources
Former Governor And Educationist Dr D. Y. Patil Dies At 91 In Kolhapur
DY Patil Last Rites Today: Thousands Pay Tribute To Educationist In Kolhapur | Video
Maha educationist and former Governor D.Y. Patil passes away, PM Modi expresses grief
Former Tripura and Bihar Governor and educationist DY Patil dies at 90
