From Our Special Correspondent
Daijiworld Media Network
Bengaluru, Aug 19: Leading Gandhian Meerabhai Koppikar, a close follower and associate of Bhoodan movement leader Vinoba Bhave has expired at her home in Mudhol of Bagalkot district.
Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai has expressed his deep sense of grief and extended condolences on the death of a leading freedom fighter, who had followed Gandhian ideals and philosophy.
The Chief Minister, has in a condolence message, said Meerabhai aged 97 years had practiced simple living, shramdan, dairying and organic farming. When she was conferred the Rajyothsava award, the Gandhian lady had utilized the amount of the award for the welfare of the poor.
Karnataka has lost a veteran freedom fighter and Gandhian, the chief minister said.