Hassan, July 21 -- * Former PM H.D. Deve Gowda and his family members perform last rites amid large gathering

* Mortal remains of Chennamma laid to rest at the foot of Mavinakere Sri Ranganatha Swamy Hill in Holenarasipur

The last rites of Chennamma wife of former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda, was performed at their family agricultural land at the foot of Mavinakere Sri Ranganatha Swamy Hill, Holenarasipur taluk in the district, with full State honours yesterday.

The mortal remains of Chennamma, who passed away at the age of 89 on Saturday, was laid to rest as per Vokkaliga tradition, at about 5.45 pm yesterday, with her younger son Dr. Ramesh, performing the rituals.

Prior to her last rites, the Police personnel fired in the air, f...