Veerashaiva-Lingayat Mahasabha appeals for Karnataka Ratna for Bheemanna Khandre
The Veerashaiva-Lingayat Mahasabha in Shivamogga has formally requested that the Karnataka government posthumously award the Karnataka Ratna to Bheemanna Khandre. Khandre was a notable public figure recognized for his contributions to the freedom struggle, state unification, and institution-building.
Why it matters
This highlights regional political recognition and the cultural importance of honoring historical figures who shaped the socio-political landscape of Karnataka.
Veerashaiva-Lingayat Mahasabha appeals for Karnataka Ratna for Bheemanna Khandre left Bheemanna Khandre FILE PHOTO FILE PHOTO https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/fdfi5/article71623220.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/IMG_Bheemanna_Khandre_2_1_GVFET996.jpg Edna Joseph _12418@Chennai Shivamogga The Shivamogga unit of the Veerashaiva-Lingayat Mahasabha has adopted a resolution appealing to the State government to confer the Karnataka Ratna posthumously on Bheemanna Khandre. Mahasabha district president Rudramuni N. Sajjan moved the resolution at a programme held here on Sunday, and the gathering supported it.
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