Somnathalli Mallaiah Krishna, former Karnataka Chief Minister and an experienced political leader, passed away on Tuesday morning at the age of 92 in Bengaluru. His demise marks the end of an era in Indian politics and administration.

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• S. M. Krishna passed away on Tuesday morning in Bengaluru.
• He was 92 years old and had a distinguished political career.
• Served as Karnataka Chief Minister and Maharashtra Governor.
• Born on May 1, 1932, he held a law degree and studied in the U.S.
• Entered politics in 1962 as a member of the Karnataka Legislature.
• Elected Karnataka Assembly Speaker in 1989.
• Held the office of Karnataka Chief Minister from 1999 to 2004.
• Sworn in as Maharashtra Governor in 2004.
• Represented India at the United Nations during his tenure.
• His career was marked by contributions to education, politics, and global diplomacy.