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Chikmagalur/Karnataka: Former Karnataka Assembly Speaker and Lok Sabha MP Daradahalli Byregowda Chandregowda died this morning at his residence in Daradahalli in Mudigere taluk of Chikmagalur district in the wee hours of the day. He was 87-years-old.
He has a political career spanning over five decades in different political parties. His body will be kept for public homage at Adyantaya Rangamandira in Mudigere from 2 pm to 6 pm and the last rites will be performed at his estate on Wednesday (November 8).
Senior and eminent politician D.B. Chandragowda had a long and illustrious career in the political landscape of Karnataka. He was widely respected for his dedication to the welfare of the people and his unwavering commitment to the state’s progress.
D.B. Chandragowda was born on 26 August 1936 to D. A. Byre Gowda and Puttamma in Daradahalli, Mudigere taluk of Chikkamagaluru district, Karnataka. He had a remarkable and diverse political career. He was not only a former Speaker of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly but also a three-term MLA, one-term MLC, and a Member of Parliament, serving three terms in the Lok Sabha and one term in the Rajya Sabha.
Parliamentary journey of eminent politician began in 1971 when he was elected to the 5th Lok Sabha from the Chikmagalur constituency, representing the INC (Congress) party. His journey spanned several political parties, reflecting his dedication to public service over party lines. He represented the Praja Socialist Party, Janata Dal, Congress, and Bharatiya Janata Party during his illustrious career. His ability to work across political boundaries showcased his commitment to the betterment of Karnataka and its people.
Between 1978 and 1983, he served as a member of the Karnataka Legislative Council and worked as a Cabinet minister in the Government of Karnataka from 1979 to 1980. In 1980, he resigned from Congress and joined the Karnataka Kranti Ranga, becoming the President of Karnataka State Congress (U) and serving as the Leader of Opposition in the Karnataka Legislative Council from 1980 to 1981.
