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Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge visited the family of late Dr Sharanabasappa Appa in Kalaburagi. He praised Appa's significant contributions to education through building colleges. The spiritual leader passed away on August 14 at age 90. Appa was known as both an educational pioneer and respected poet in the Veerashaiva tradition.

Key Points: Kharge Meets Family of Late Sharanabasappa Appa in Kalaburagi

  • Dr Sharanabasappa Appa passed away on August 14 at age 90
  • He was the 8th Peetadhipathi of Sharanabasaveshwara Sansthan
  • Built engineering and women's colleges in Karnataka
  • Was a patron of literary artists and eminent poet himself
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Kharge meets family members of Peetadhipathi Dr Sharanabasappa Appa who passed away recently in Kalaburagi

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge visits Dasoha house to offer condolences to family of Dr Sharanabasappa Appa, the 8th Peetadhipathi who passed away in August.

"Sharanbasappa Appa has built educational institutions in the region and has had a great contribution in the education field. - Mallikarjun Kharge"

Kalaburagi, September 6

Rajya Sabha Leader of Opposition and Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge on Saturday visited Dasoha house and met the family members of Dr Sharanabasappa Appa, the 8th Peetadhipathi of the Sharanabasaveshwara Sansthan Kalaburagi, who passed away recently.

Dr Sharanabasappa Appa (90) passed away on August 14.

Speaking to reporters, Mallikarjun Kharge said, "Sharanbasappa Appa has built educational institutions in the region and has had a great contribution in the education field. In Karnataka, he has built education institutions for engineering, women, and degree colleges, which have helped students and the poor. My wife and I came here and met family members of Sharanabasappa appa, and offered condolences."

Dr Sharanabasappa Appaji was born on November 14, 1935 to the devout couple Poojya Sri Doddappa Appaji, the 7th Peethadhipati, Sharnbasveshwar Mahadasoha Peetha, and Matoshree Godutai. He had a graceful and blissful childhood and has grown under the ambience of spirituality.

He was nominated unanimously as President of the Akhil Bharat Veerashaiva Sammelan held at Belagavi. Appaji was a patron of literary artists, besides being himself a great poet of eminence. During his student life, he has written many scholarly works on Veerashaiva philosophy.

Chiranjeevi Doddappa Appa is the ninth Peethadhipati of the Sharanabasaveshwar Samsthan in Kalaburagi.

- ANI

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Priya S
Heartfelt condolences to the family. It's good to see political leaders paying respects to spiritual leaders who have actually contributed to society's development. Dr. Appa's educational legacy will live on forever.
Siddharth J
While I appreciate Kharge ji paying respects, I wish our leaders would also visit ordinary families who lose loved ones. Spiritual leaders deserve respect, but so do common citizens.
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Kavya N
My cousin studied in one of his engineering colleges. The fees were very reasonable and education quality was excellent. Such saints are rare who combine spirituality with practical social service. May his soul rest in peace.
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Vikram M
90 years of blessed life! Dr. Appa served society through education and spiritual guidance. We need more such leaders who work silently without seeking publicity. His contributions to Veerashaiva literature are also noteworthy.
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Ananya R
It's heartwarming to see cross-party respect for spiritual leaders. Education is the greatest service one can do for society, and Dr. Appa's institutions have transformed lives in North Karnataka. May his teachings continue to inspire 🙏

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