Mysore/Mysuru, March 11 -- The final rites of former Chamaraja MLA Vasu, affectionately known as 'Mayor Vasu' in political and personal circles, were performed yesterday evening at the premises of Vidya Vikas Educational Institutions, which he founded and established on Mysuru-Bannur Main Road.

Following the customs of the Vokkaliga community, the rituals commenced around 4.25 pm near the site where his wife Lalitha V. Gowda's last rites were conducted. Vasu's sons, Kaveesh Gowda, Avish Gowda and Ritesh Gowda, along with daughters-in-law and relatives, led the proceedings. The eldest son, Kavish Gowda, ignited the pyre, marking the culmination of the ceremony.

Former Chief Minister and Union Minister, Dr. M. Veerappa Moily, paid his res...