M.V. Ramachandra Rao (88), retired Headmaster of Vidya Vardhaka High School and a resident of N.R. Mohalla, passed away on June 29 at a private hospital in city following brief illness.

He leaves behind one son, one daughter, daughter-in-law, son-in-law, grand children and a host of relatives and friends.

Last rites were performed on June 30 at the foot of Chamundi Hill, according to family sources.