UK Deputy High Commissioner Honors Basaveshwara in London Ceremony
Rich tributes to Basaveshwara in London
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On Basava Jayanti, UK Deputy High Commissioner to Karnataka, Chandru Iyer, honored the 12th-century social reformer Basaveshwara at his statue near the British Parliament. The event also commemorated Lingayat leaders Bhemanna Khandre and Shamanur Shivashankarappa, with calls for an official visit by Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah.
- 01Chandru Iyer paid tribute to Basaveshwara in London.
- 02The ceremony marked Basava Jayanti and honored other Lingayat leaders.
- 03The Lambeth Basaveshwara Foundation was praised for establishing the statue.
- 04Dr. Neeraj Patil suggested an official visit by Karnataka's Chief Minister.
- 05The statue serves as a cultural bridge between the UK and Karnataka.
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On the occasion of Basava Jayanti, UK Deputy High Commissioner to Karnataka, Chandru Iyer, paid homage to the 12th-century social reformer Basaveshwara at his statue located near the British Parliament in London. During the ceremony, Iyer recognized the contributions of the Lambeth Basaveshwara Foundation for establishing the monument, which he described as a vital connection between the UK and Karnataka, India. The event also included memorials for notable Lingayat leaders Bhemanna Khandre and Shamanur Shivashankarappa. Dr. Neeraj Patil, former mayor of the London Borough of Lambeth, encouraged Iyer to facilitate an official visit by Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to honor Basaveshwara at the statue, further emphasizing the significance of this cultural landmark.
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The tribute highlights the cultural connections between Karnataka and the UK, promoting awareness of Basaveshwara's teachings and the Lingayat community.
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