Overview
- Thimmakka died on November 14 at Apollo Hospitals in Jayanagar, Bengaluru, after recent treatment for respiratory and age-related complications.
- The Padma Shri awardee became renowned for planting and nurturing 385 banyan trees between Hulikal and Kudur and is credited with helping grow thousands more.
- Leaders and environmentalists issued tributes, with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah praising her lifelong dedication to conservation and offering condolences to her family.
- Officials said the funeral will be conducted with full state honours, with Saturday arrangements discussed and the final site to be decided with the family.
- The state confirmed receipt of her last-wish request for a Thimmakka Museum in Belur and said the proposal is being examined.