State political leaders condole former Lokayukta’s demise

Bengaluru: Condoling Venkatachala’s death, Chief Minister B S Yediyurappa on Wednesday said, “His contribution to strengthen and instil faith in Lokayukta institution among people is outstanding.”

“The death of Justice N Venkatachala, the judge who brought honour to the action of Lokayukta is an irreparable loss. He worked hard to bring justice to everyone and for a corruption-free society. May the Lord give his family and countless fans the power to endure the loss,” Yediyurappa tweeted.

Leader of Opposition Siddaramaiah also expressed grief at the judge’s death.

“Saddened by the demise of Former Karnataka Lokayukta & Rtd. Supreme Court Judge Shri. Venkatachala. His contribution to fight against corruption shall always be remembered. My deepest condolences to his family & friends,” Siddaramaiah tweeted.

Former Chief Minister HD Kumarswamy too condoling former judge’s death and said, “Saddened by the demise of Former Karnataka Lokayukta & Rtd. Supreme Court Judge Shri Venkatachala. He worked really hard to bring justice to everyone and for a corruption-free society.”