Pics: Umesh Marpalli
Daijiworld Media Network – Udupi (DC)
Udupi, Aug 27: Underworld element Bannanje Raja performed final rites of his mother here at a crematorium near Malpe beach on Monday, August 27.
Bannanje Raja’s mother Vilasini Shettigar (78) slipped at her home on Saturday August 25 and breathed her last.
Bannanje Raja who arrived to Udupi from Belgaum jail on Sunday stayed at city police station. He visited his residence on Monday and the last rites were held at a crematorium near Malpe beach at 11 am. His wife, aides, supporters and friends were present.
Vilasini Shettigar
The police team led by DySP Kumaraswamy, Manipal circle inspector Sudarshan, Brahmavar circle inspector Shrikanth Nayak, Malpe SI Madhu had beefed up security during Raja's visit.
It may be recalled that Bannanje Raja had visited his mother sometime back after obtaining permission from the high court, to meet her and enquire about her well-being.
Vilasini is survived by husband and children.