Former CM SM Krishna passes away
SM Krishna, former chief minister of Karnataka, passed away at the age of 92 at his residence on Tuesday morning after prolonged illness.
Decades-long political career:
Krishna began his political journey in 1962, winning the Maddur assembly seat as an independent and later joining the Congress party.
Karnataka CM (1999-2004)
Krishna served as the 16th chief minister of Karnataka from 1999 to 2004, leading the Congress party to victory in the state elections.
Role as external affairs minister
He served as India’s external affairs minister from 2009 to 2012 in the UPA government, playing a significant role in international diplomacy.
Governor of Maharashtra
Krishna held the position of governor of Maharashtra after his tenure as Karnataka CM, further extending his political influence.
Academic achievements and global rcognition
A law graduate, Krishna studied in the US, attending Southern Methodist University and The George Washington University as a Fulbright Scholar.
Retirement from politics
In January 2020, Krishna announced his retirement from active politics, citing his age and stepping away after decades of public service.
Boosted Bengaluru's IT growth
Krishna is credited with boosting Bengaluru’s IT sector, which helped establish the city as "India’s Silicon Valley" during his time as CM.
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