Mysuru, July 13 -- Dr. K.B. Ganapathy (85), Founder-Editor, Star of Mysore and Mysuru Mithra newspapers, published by Academy Newspapers Pvt. Ltd., passed away in city this morning.

A native of Kunjila village in Kakkabbe, North Kodagu, Kalyatanda B. Ganapathy was the son of late K.A. Bopaiah and late K.B. Muthavva (Baby).

Fondly known as KBG among the journalist fraternity and Gandhi to his family and friends, he leaves behind his wife Ralie Ganapathy (Kechamada), sons Vikram Muthanna, Managing Editor, Star of Mysore and Mysuru Mithra and Mickey Bopanna, Executive Director of Academy Newspapers, daughters-in-law, grand-children and a host of relatives and friends.

His passing away is mourned by well-wishers, esteemed readers, advertis...