Following the demise of Union Minister of State for Railways Suresh Angadi, Karnataka on Thursday decided to fly the flag half-mast on all government buildings as a mark of tribute.

According to the government notification, the state has also cancelled all official engagements and cultural programmes too as a mark of respect.

The ongoing Monsoon session will also pass a condolence resolution after leaders pay tribute, and the House is likely to get adjourned for the day thereafter.

Angadi passed away at the age of 65 due to COVID-19 infection, and he is the first member of the Union Cabinet to have succumbed to the Coronavirus.

Angadi had announced on Twitter on September 11 that he had contracted the disease.