D. Basavaraju (76), retired Physical Education teacher, President of K.G. Koppal Sri Chamundeshwari Temple Administrative Board and a resident of K.G. Koppal, passed away yesterday afternoon at his residence in city.

Popularly known as Gundakallu Basavaraju, he leaves behind four sons, three daughters and a host of relatives and friends.

Last rites were performed at K.G. Koppal Burial Grounds here this morning, according to family sources.