D.N. Nagarajegowda (74), retd. Information Officer and a native of Doddakoppalu in K.R. Nagar, passed away at a Mysuru hospital this morning.

After having served at Mysuru, Madikeri, Tumakuru, Pandavapura and Shivamogga, Nagarajegowda had retired as Information Officer in Chamarajanagar.

He leaves behind four daughters and a host of relatives and friends. Last rites were performed at his native village this afternoon, according to family sources.