Renowned Kannada Novelist S.L. Bhyrappa Passed Away in Bengaluru on 24th September 2025.

On 24th September 2025, celebrated Kannada novelist, philosopher, and screenwriter Santeshivara Lingannaiah (S.L.) Bhyrappa passed away in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Born on 20th August 1931 in Santeshivara village, Hassan district, Karnataka, he was one of the most respected figures in Indian literature.

      - S.L. Bhyrappa pursued an academic career before establishing himself as a leading Kannada author, with his writings deeply rooted in philosophy, history, and aesthetics.

      - Across his six-decade-long literary journey, he authored 25 novels, along with numerous short stories and essays, exploring the conflict between tradition and modernity.

      - Some of his most acclaimed works include Vamshavruksha, Daatu, Tantu, Parva, Grihabhanga, Mandra, Anveshan, Sartha, Naineralu, Angu, Dharmashri, Doorasaradde, and Voting. Many of these works were later adapted into films and television.

Main Point :-   (i) Bhyrappa received some of India’s highest literary and civilian awards, including the Saraswati Samman (2010), Sahitya Akademi Fellowship (2015), Padma Shri (2016), and Padma Bhushan (2023) in the field of Literature & Education.

      (ii) He was also honoured with multiple academic recognitions, including honorary doctorates from Gulbarga University (2007), Mysore University (2015), and the Central University of Karnataka (2020). His works sparked debates, inspired generations, and remain timeless contributions to Kannada and Indian literature.