Ex-MP H. Hanumanthappa passes away - The HinduPublished - July 12, 2026 09:31 pm IST - BengaluruFormer Rajya Sabha member H. Hanumanthappa passed away here on Sunday due to age related illness. He was 94.He was a three-time Rajya Sabha member and former chairman of the Central Silk Board. Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has condoled the death of Mr. Hanumanthappa. “I am saddened to learn of the passing away of H. Hanumanthappa, former MP from Chitradurga, senior Congress leader, former chairman of the Central Silk Board and leader of the Scheduled Castes,” he said in his condolence message.Published - July 12, 2026 09:31 pm ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }