In Karnataka, the mortal remains of the departed Lingayat seer&nbsp;Shivakumar Swamiji will be buried with state honours this evening.&nbsp; &nbsp;The 111 year old head of Siddaganga Mutt passed away yesterday. The Swamiji's mortal remains were taken out in a procession and placed for the public to pay homage.&nbsp; State leaders from various political parties and Yoga guru Ramdev were among those who paid their last respects today.&nbsp;<br />''<br />''AIR correspondent reports that the preparation for last rites of the Siddaganga seer started around 5.30 am today with Pooja to the Samadi, where he is going to be buried. Lakhs of people have reached Siddaganga to pay their respects to the noble soul known for his selfless service to society. The followers, former and present students of various educational institutions run by the matt, devotees and filmstars can be seen here. The long queue of general public can be seen till the eye meets the horizon. They can be seen bidding tearful adieu to the swamiji who was a benefactor of the poor and destitute.&nbsp;<br />''<br />''Union Minister D V Sadananda Gowda will represent the Centre at the funeral rites of the Lingayat Seer of Siddaganga Mutt Shivkumara Swami in Karnataka today. A wreath will also be placed on behalf of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.<br />
News On AIR | January 22, 2019 2:22 PM
Karnataka: Mortal remains of departed Shivakumar Swamiji to be buried with state honours