Bengaluru, Sept. 24 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi, BJP State President Vijayendra Yediyurappa, former Chief Minister HD Kumaraswamy, and former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda expressed their condolences on the demise of eminent Kannada novelist SL Bhyrappa.

Prime Minister Modi said, "In the passing of Shri S.L. Bhyrappa Ji, we have lost a towering stalwart who stirred our conscience and delved deep into the soul of India. A fearless and timeless thinker, he profoundly enriched Kannada literature with his thought-provoking works. His writings inspired generations to reflect, question and engage more deeply with society. His unwavering passion for our history and culture will continue to inspire minds for years to come. My thoughts are with ...