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Time of India
2 days ago
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Sharanbasavappa Appaji passes away, thousands pay last respects
Kalaburagi: Sharanbasavappa Appaji (in pic), the 8th Peethadhipathi of Sharanbasaveshwara Samsthana, passed away on Thursday evening in Kalaburagi city following a brief illness. Appaji, who was just months away from his 91st birthday, was a revered philosopher and educationalist known for transforming Kalaburagi region into a hub of education and learning. Thousands of devotees flocked to the sprawling Sharanbasaveshwara temple premises to pay their final respects. He was laid to rest with state honours on Friday evening within the temple premises, opposite the sanctum sanctorum and to the right of the mausoleum of his father, Pujya Doddappa Appaji, the 7th Peethadhipathi. Prominent leaders, including deputy chief minister DK Shivakumar, rural development minister Priyank Kharge, Kalaburagi South MLA Allamaprabhu Patil, deputy commissioner B Fouzia Tarannum, and commissioner of police Dr Shranappa SD, attended the final rites at Dasoha Mahamane. Emotional scenes unfolded at Dasoha Mahamane, where Appaji's wife, Dakshayini Avvaji, his child and 9th Peethadhipathi Chiranjeevi Dodappa Appaji, his daughters, and other relatives mourned his passing. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like No annual fees for life UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Appaji had previously handed over the reins of the samsthana to Chiranjeevi Dodappa Appaji during a coronation ceremony held in the presence of senior swamijis and dignitaries a few years ago. In the early morning hours, devotees, especially women, gathered in large numbers on the temple premises for darshan of Appaji's mortal remains. After the completion of religious rituals, his body was placed in a flower-decorated enclosure at the Shivanubhava Mantapa, adjacent to the main entrance of the Dasoha Palace, allowing the public to offer their last respects. Police implemented extensive security measures to facilitate an orderly and hassle-free darshan experience. All rituals were held according to the Veerashaiva Lingayat customs. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Happy Independence Day wishes , messages , and quotes !
Time of India
05-07-2025
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Desi Beejotsava: Women urged to lead community seed banks
Mysuru: Seed Mother Padmamma of Kanagalu village in Periyapatna taluk urged all the stakeholders to give the responsibility of managing community seed banks to women. "Women have played a crucial role in preserving and nurturing the diversity of native seeds handed down through generations. So the leadership of the Community Seed Bank scheme, implemented by the govt, should be entrusted to women's groups," she said. She was speaking after inaugurating the two-day 'Desi Beejotsava', organised by Sahaja Samrudha, Rebuild India, Dasara, and Sahaja Seeds on Saturday. "I preserved over 100 native seeds over the past ten years. I grow and multiply them every year and share them with interested people. If you lose gold, you can buy it back; but if native seeds are lost, can you ever retrieve them? Women must protect seed sovereignty," she advised. Appaji, a seed conserver from Unnenahalli in Holenarasipura taluk who conserves Rajamudi and other traditional rice varieties, said, "By cultivating native varieties and selling them directly to consumers, we can earn better profits. I've been selling produce from my orchard this way for the past decade." Chief guest BN Dhananjaya, deputy director of agriculture, said, "Farmer Producer Companies can actively market diverse farm products and earn profits." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Khám phá nhà tiền chế giá rẻ tại Thôn Trại Sơn Nomad's Notebook Nhấp vào đây Undo JSS Krishi Vigyan Kendra in Suttur, head Gnanesh BN said, local varieties adapt well to climate change. Indigenous crops like Nanjangud Rasabale, Rajamudi, and Ratnachoodi must regain prominence. Ravi K Magal, CEO of Desi Seed Producer Company, and G Krishna Prasad, director of Sahaja Samrudha, were present. At the two-day festival, more than twenty seed conservers from across Karnataka displayed a wide range of seeds, fruits, vegetables, and pulses. Diverse food items made from horse gram, jowar rotti from North Karnataka, beverages made from underutilised fruits, and ragi malt were appreciated by visitors. Artistic items made by Mysuru's Krishi Kala using sorekai (bottle gourd)—including lamps, flower vases, and seed rakhis—attracted the crowd. The Hulikadu Farmer Producer Company from Heggadadevanakote sold jackfruit, vegetables, rare seeds, and various banana varieties. The festival also features organic farm produce, beauty and wellness products, value-added items, eco-friendly household goods, and organic snacks. Various fruit saplings are available for purchase. The Bengaluru-based SOIL organisation has set up a stall to raise awareness about soil health.
