Mysuru, January 3, 2022: A condolence meeting was held at the JSS College of Arts, Commerce and Science, Ooty Road, Mysuru, to honor the memory of His Holiness Nirabhari Charamurthy Sri Siddeshwara Swamiji, who passed away on January 2, 2023. The event was attended by a large number of individuals, including the college’s teaching and non-teaching staff, as well as students.
During the meeting, Professor Dr. B. Prabhuswamy Katnawadi spoke about the profound impact that Sri Siddeshwara Swamiji had on the world. He described him as a great saint, revered by his followers as a living god, who lived a life of simplicity and spirituality. Dr. Katnawadi quoted the vachana of Allama Prabhu, ‘Bayalu Bayalane Bitti, Bayalu Bayalane Beledu Bayalu Bayalaagi Bayalaardiriayya,’ which he felt was highly relevant to Sri Siddeshwara Swamiji’s life. He also mentioned that Sri Siddeshwara Swamiji had politely declined many awards and felicitations, saying that as a Sanyasi, he did not need them.
Prof. B.A. Sambashivaiah and PU College Principal Prof. M.P. Vijayendrakumar also spoke about the impact that Sri Siddeshwara Swamiji had on their lives and on society as a whole. They expressed their condolences to his family, friends, and followers.
A two-minute silence was observed as a symbolic gesture of respect for Sri Siddeshwara Swamiji’s memory. The event served as a poignant reminder of the lasting legacy of this great spiritual leader.