Mysuru, June 13 -- "Outstanding co-operator Lalitha G.T. Devegowda, who has been conferred with the prestigious state-level Sahakara Ratna award by the State Government, is being feted for her immense contribution to the co-operative sector and this honour is attributed to her service to the society", said Adichunchanagiri Mutt Seer Dr. Sri Nirmalanandanatha Swamiji.

He was speaking at the 'Lalithabhinandana', felicitation programme organised at KSOU Convocation Hall in Muktagangothri campus on Hunsur Road here yesterday.

Noting that Lalitha was the inspiration for her MLA husband G.T. Devegowda (GTD) to grow in politics step by step, Nirmalanandanatha Swamiji said she took the responsibility of running the house and taking care of her ...