Former MLA Kakasaheb Patil passes away
Kakasaheb Patil, who represented Nippani as a Congress MLA, has passed away at 70 in Belagavi after a brief illness.
He was receiving care at KLE Dr Prabhakar Kore Hospital.
Patil is survived by his son and daughter; his wife had died earlier.
News of his passing was confirmed by those close to him.
Maratha leader, supporter of Sharad Pawar
Patil was a well-known Maratha leader and strong supporter of Sharad Pawar.
He served as Nippani's MLA three times—1999, 2004, and 2008—and played an active role in local cooperative societies and sugar factories.
His influence in the Chikkodi region was felt both in politics and community work.
Patil's tenure as Nippani MLA
After Patil's tenure, BJP's Shashikala Annasaheb Jolle won the Nippani seat in 2013 and has held it since.
Even now, Patil is remembered for his contributions to local cooperatives and community leadership.