Rationalist MM Kalburgi’s Death Leaves Everyone Shocked

Kannada writer MM Kalburgi’s death, allegedly over his views on idol worship and superstition, has shocked everyone.

Rationalist MM Kalburgi’s death leaves everyone shocked. (Photo: AP screengrab)

Dr MM Kalburgi, 70-year-old famous Kannada writer, research scholar and rationalist, was shot dead on Sunday morning, allegedly for his views on idol worship and Hindu rituals.

“The attackers had come on a bike,” said Dharwad police chief Ravindra Prasad, and asked for “sir”. They are yet to be caught or identified. “A Special Investigation Team of the police will investigate the murder,” he added.

Former Chief Minster of Karnataka BS Yeddyurappa, said “It is loss not only for the state but for the country. We shared a very good relation. He was a great man and he has given lot of things to the country.”

Calling his death, death of Indian civilization, Congress MP Shahi Tharoor added, “What we are seeing is that people are being killed for their ideas and beliefs.