Shirasangi Lingaraj facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Shirasangi Lingaraj
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| Born |
Ramappa
10 January 1861 Shigli, Gadag district
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| Died | 23 August 1906 (aged 45) |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Known for | Philanthropy |
| Spouse(s) | Bhageerathidevi |
Shirasangi Lingaraj Desai (1861-1906) was a very kind and important person from India. He was known as a philanthropist, which means someone who helps others, especially by giving money. He was also the last ruler of the Shirasangi area.
He gave away all his wealth to help students from the Veerashaiva community get an education. He also led the very first meeting of the All India Veerashaiva Mahasabha in 1904. This big meeting took place in a city called Dharwad.
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His Early Life
Shirasangi Lingaraj was born on January 10, 1861. His birth name was Ramappa Madli. He was born in a village called Shigli, which is near Laxmeshwar in the Gadag district. His parents were Goolappa and Yallavva Madli.
Later, he was adopted by Jayappa Desai and Gangabhai. Jayappa Desai was a local ruler, or Desai, of the Shirasangi area. On June 2, 1872, his name was officially changed to Shirasangi Lingaraj Desai.
Helping Others Through Education
Shirasangi Lingaraj was very passionate about helping people get an education. He showed this through his actions.
Before he passed away, Shirasangi Lingaraj made a special plan. He wrote a Will and testament, which is a legal document that says what should happen to his property. In August 1906, a special group called the Navalgund-Sirasangi Trust was created.
This Trust was set up to help students from the Veerashaiva Lingayat community. It provided money to help them study and improve their lives. Many important people received help from this Trust. Some of them include D. C. Pavate, B. D. Jatti, S. R. Kanthi, and Ratnappa Kumbhar.
Remembering His Legacy
People still remember and celebrate Shirasangi Lingaraj Desai for his kindness and efforts.
In 2009, students and staff at C B Kolli Polytechnic College celebrated his 148th birthday. A few years later, in 2012, students at PC Jabin Science College celebrated his 151st birthday.
In 2014, on his 153rd birthday, he was honored at KLE's G.H College. He was recognized for working to stop child marriage. He also encouraged growth in many different areas of the economy.
