Celebrated Kannada novelist and philosopher S.L. Bhyrappa passes away at the age of 94 in Bengaluru. A recipient of the Padma Bhushan, Padma Shri, and Saraswati Samman, Bhyrappa was known for his profound novels like Parva, Vamshavriksha, and Daatu.Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute, calling him a "towering stalwart who stirred the nation’s conscience."This video covers his life, major works, awards, and the national response to his passing.