Basappa Danappa Jatti - Death and Legacy

Death and Legacy

He passed away on 8th June 2002. He was hailed as a man who set an example of selfless service and stood for value-based politics. He was once called an ordinary man with extraordinary thought, and he named his autobiography, "I'm My Own Model". His centenary celebrations were held in 2012.

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