Dr. K. Abdul Latif (84), retired Professor of Biochemistry at Mysore Medical College and a resident of Bannimantap, passed away following brief illness yesterday in city. He had also served as a Visiting Professor at Nepal University and JSS Medical College.

He leaves behind three daughters, sons-in-law, grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends.

Namaz-e-Janaza was performed yesterday at Masjid-e-Rifah, followed by the burial at the Muslim Burial Grounds, near Tipu Circle.