Tumakur, 25 Aug

V Somanna, Union Minister of State for Jal Shakti and Railways, has urged Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to rename Tumkur University in honour of Sri Sri Shivakumara Mahaswamy of Siddaganga Mutt.

In his letter, Somanna underscored the saint’s lifelong contributions to education and social service, asserting that renaming the university would be a fitting tribute.

“In relation to the above matter, His Excellency Sri Siddaganga Mutt Sri Sri Dr Shivakumar Mahaswamy has helped thousands of families from all walks of life in the state by providing free education, accommodation, and Dasara and has led them all to progress academically. By naming Tumkur University after such a great saint, respect should be paid to the venerable one. That is why they kindly donate to Tumkur University,” he stated, appealing for action on the renaming initiative.