Swami Harshananda, aged 91, the head of the Ramakrishna Math died in Bengaluru at the age of 91. Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the death of Swami Harshananda handling a twitter note: ‘His Holiness Dr. Sree Sree Sree Sivakumara Swamigalu lived for the people, especially the poor and vulnerable. He devoted himself towards alleviating ills like poverty, hunger and social injustice. Prayers and solidarity with his countless devotees spread all across the world.”

"Swami Harshanandaji Maharaj of the Ramakrishna Math at Basavanagudi, Bengaluru, worked tirelessly for the betterment of society. His compassionate nature and insightful knowledge on a wide range of issues will never be forgotten. Condolences to his devotees... Om Shanti." Swami Harshananda had been suffering from age related health problems for the past few months, according to the ashram authorities. 

The state government has announced a three-day mourning in honour of the seer and has declared Tuesday a state-wide holiday, Deputy chief minister G Parameshwara said soon after announcing the seer’s death.

Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan wrote on the microblogging site, "Anguished by the sad demise of Swami Harshanandaji Maharaj of the Ramakrishna Math at Basavanagudi, Bengaluru. The revered spiritual leader leaves behind a rich and inspiring legacy of serving the poor and destitute. My deepest condolences to his followers."  

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