Prime Minister condoles passing of Smt. Chennamma Ji

On 18 July 2026, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the death of Smt. Chennamma Ji, the wife of former Prime Minister Shri Deve Gowda. The Prime Minister noted her humility and passion for serving society, and conveyed his thoughts to Shri Deve Gowda and his family. The condolence message was posted on the social media platform X, where Modi wrote, "Deeply pained by the passing of Smt. Chennamma Ji... Om Shanti." The release includes the same statement in Hindi and Kannada.