Veteran journalist and editor-founder of Mysuru Mithra and Star of Mysore, KB Ganapathy died in a private hospital here on Sunday. He was 85 years old. According to sources close to his family, he died of a heart attack. He leaves behind his wife and two children. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah condoled the death of Ganapathy, calling him a friend and a giant in journalism.
"I’m deeply saddened by the passing of my friend, senior journalist KB Ganapathy, from my hometown. His demise has impoverished the field of journalism in our state," he said in a post on 'X.
Siddaramaiah praised Ganapathy’s five-decade-long career, noting his objective and professional writing.
"Star of Mysore gave him a huge readership in the cultural city of Mysuru. He was also the founder editor of the daily Mysuru Mithra," he added, saying Ganapathy's legacy must be an inspiration to young journalists.
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Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, who also tweeted on 'X', stated, "The Star of Mysore has gone missing." Recalling Ganapathy as a man of great knowledge, he further stated, "Every word he wrote from his pen had the strength to strongly influence society. He developed a loyal readership not only in Mysuru but all over India and overseas." Leader of Opposition R Ashoka pointed out Ganapathy's almost 50-year-long role in journalism through reporting and columns, and also his success as a novelist.
BJP National General Secretary (Organisation) BL Santosh remarked, "Saddened by the passing away of veteran journalist KB Ganapathy. A great gentleman and man of quality journalism, he started Mysuru Mithra and Star of Mysore years ago. May his soul rest in peace. Om Shanti."
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