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Who Was Former PM Deve Gowda's Wife Chennamma? Passes Away At 89, Survived An Acid Attack

She was treated for a respiratory ailment and suffered a massive cardiac arrest despite being on the road to recovery, hospital officials said.

  • On Saturday, July 18, 2026, Chennamma Deve Gowda, wife of former Prime Minister Deve Gowda, died at age 89 at Manipal Hospital in Bengaluru.
  • Admitted on Wednesday night for a respiratory ailment, Mrs Chennamma suffered a massive cardiac arrest despite being on the road to recovery, according to hospital authorities.
  • Married in 1954, she raised four sons and two daughters, including Union Minister Kumaraswamy and MLA Revanna, while largely staying away from the public spotlight.
  • Surviving a 2001 acid attack reportedly stemming from a family feud, Chennamma was known for providing unwavering support throughout her husband's demanding political career.
  • Family members including Deve Gowda and Kumaraswamy were present at the hospital, with Kumaraswamy frequently crediting his mother's values for guiding his political journey.
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TV9 Kannada broke the news on Saturday, July 18, 2026.
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