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Karnataka Mourns: Veteran Congress Leader H.Y. Meti Passes Away at 79

Veteran Congress leader H.Y. Meti has passed away at the age of 79 in Bengaluru. The five-time MLA from Bagalkot had been battling serious illness and succumbed to multiple organ failure. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah expressed deep sadness, having visited Meti just days earlier hoping for his recovery. Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar postponed a scheduled book release event as a mark of respect for the senior leader.

Key Points: Karnataka Congress MLA H.Y. Meti Dies at 79 in Bengaluru

  • Five-time MLA from Bagalkot who served as minister in Karnataka government
  • Succumbed to multiple organ failure at private hospital in Bengaluru
  • Close associate of CM Siddaramaiah who visited him days before death
  • D.K. Shivakumar postponed book release event as mark of respect
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Karnataka Congress MLA and ex-minister Meti passes away at 79

Senior Congress leader and former minister H.Y. Meti, a close Siddaramaiah associate, passed away at 79 in Bengaluru after battling serious illness.

"His demise is a great loss to society. May the departed soul rest in peace. - Chief Minister Siddaramaiah"

Bengaluru, Nov 4

Karnataka Congress MLA from Bagalkot and former minister H.Y. Meti, a close associate of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, passed away on Tuesday at a private hospital in Bengaluru.

He had been admitted recently following a serious illness and succumbed to multiple organ failure.

The 79-year-old leader, Meti, who served as an MLA five times, is survived by four children.

Family sources stated that the final rites will be held on Wednesday at Thimmapur in Bagalkot district.

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said, "The news of the demise of former minister, senior leader from North Karnataka, and sitting MLA H.Y. Meti is deeply saddening. Only last Thursday, I had visited him in the hospital to enquire about his health. At that time, I had hoped he would recover soon and rejoin us. Unfortunately, both my hope and prayers have gone in vain."

"Meti, who had a long public life, was a seasoned leader who always thought about people's welfare and the development of his constituency. His demise is a great loss to society. May the departed soul rest in peace. I pray that Meti's family members and supporters find the strength to bear this grief," CM Siddaramaiah stated.

Deputy Chief Minister and State Congress President D.K. Shivakumar stated on X, "I am deeply saddened to learn about the demise of senior Congress leader and former minister from Bagalkote, H.Y. Meti, who passed away today due to illness. His passing is an irreparable loss to the party. May his soul rest in peace, and may God give strength to his family members to bear this loss."

Talking to reporters, Shivakumar announced that the release of the book 'Neerina Hejje', scheduled for Wednesday, has been postponed in view of the demise of former minister and Congress MLA H.Y. Meti.

Shivakumar said, "H.Y. Meti's health had recently deteriorated. The news of his demise is deeply saddening. The Chief Minister called me to discuss the Bagalkot visit. Hence, after consulting with him again, a new date will be decided for the book release event."

"Meti was very close to me. Along with Siddaramaiah, he joined our party and served as both MLA and minister. He was currently serving as the BTDA chairman. May his soul rest in peace, and may God give his family the strength to bear this loss," Shivakumar said.

- IANS

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Priya S
Five-time MLA shows how much people trusted him. In today's politics, such long-serving leaders with genuine connection to their constituency are rare. Heartfelt condolences to his family.
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Sarah B
While I respect his long service, I hope his constituency gets a representative who can bring more development projects. Sometimes veteran politicians become complacent. Hope Bagalkot gets fresh leadership now.
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Vikram M
Om Shanti. He was one of the few leaders who genuinely worked for North Karnataka's development. His absence will be felt in the region's politics. The postponement of book release shows the respect he commanded.
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Ananya R
79 is a good age, but still sad to lose such experienced leadership. The fact that CM visited him personally shows his importance in state politics. May his family find strength during this difficult time.
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Michael C
Interesting to see how the Congress party manages this vacuum in Bagalkot. With elections coming, this could be significant. But first, respect to the departed soul and his contributions to public life.

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