Following the unfortunate demise of Union Minister Ananth Kumar, it has been decided that National Flag will fly at half mast throughout the country today and State funeral will be accorded, as Ministry of Home Affairs stated. In addition Three-day mourning declared in Karnataka over demise of Union Minister Ananth Kumar and one-day holiday declared for today.

Heartfelt condolences poured in from all the leaders of politics to his wife and children.

“Ananth Kumar Ji was an able administrator, who handled many ministerial portfolios and was a great asset to the BJP organisation. He worked hard to strengthen the Party in Karnataka, particularly in Bengaluru and surrounding areas. He was always accessible to his constituents”, PM Narendra Modi

‏He further tweeted, “Extremely saddened by the passing away of my valued colleague and friend, Shri Ananth Kumar Ji. He was a remarkable leader, who entered public life at a young age and went on to serve society with utmost diligence and compassion. He will always be remembered for his good work”.

On the demise of Ananth Kumar, President Ramnath Kovind expressed his condolence and said, “Sad to hear of the passing of Union minister and veteran parliamentarian Shri H.N. Ananth Kumar. This is a tragic loss to public life in our country and particularly for the people of Karnataka. My condolences to his family, colleagues and countless associates “, President Kovind tweeted.

Felt very sad about the demise of Ananth Kumar. He was ill for some time, but never expected that this will happen. We were hoping he would recover and join back public service. I convey my heartfelt condolences to his wife and children: Vice-President M Venkaiah Naidu

It's a shocking incident. This is a huge loss for the government as well as the party. AnanthKumar Ji will be remembered as a good administrator & popular leader. I pay tribute to him on the behalf of Uttar Pradesh government: UP CM Yogi Adityanath.

I’m sorry to hear about the passing of Union Minister #AnanthKumar Ji, in Bengaluru, earlier this morning. My condolences to his family & friends. May his soul rest in peace. Om Shanti: Rahul Gandhi.

Death of Ananth Kumar Ji is a huge loss for the country& also a personal loss. He was a great friend & guide for all of us. In recent Karnataka elections, we worked in& out & his sudden death is shocking.We'll participate in his last rites in Bengaluru:Union Min Prakash Javadekar.

Ananth ji was a remarkable administrator who served various ministerial portfolios. His passing away has left a void in the BJP and Indian polity that can not be filled soon. May God give his family & supporters strength to bear this tragic loss. My deepest condolences: Amit Shah.

I have lost a great friend in his (Ananth Kumar) death. He was a value based politician, who made significant contribution to country as MP&Union Min. May his soul rest in peace & may God give strength to his family&his followers to endure this loss: Karnataka CM HD Kumaraswamy

From Bengaluru Here  Visuals from the residence of Union Minister Ananth Kumar who passed away at the age of 59, last night.

BJP leader and union minister Ananth Kumar has died last night. Ananth Kumar was ill for the last few months. According to sources, at around 2 pm, during the treatment, Ananth Kumar died. According to reports, Ananth Kumar was suffering from cancer. Ananth Kumar was an MP from Karnataka's Bengaluru South and he was the Minister of Parliamentary Affairs in the Central Government. He had cancer and infection in his lungs, due to which Ananth Kumar had been on ventilator in ICU for several days.

The body of Ananth Kumar will be kept at the National College ground, Bangalore after 9 a.m. where people can give their last glimpse by paying homage.