Saalumarada Thimmakka: Legendary 114-Year-Old Environmental Activist and Padma Shri Awardee Passes Away in Karnataka

Nov 14, 2025 07:58 pm CST

Renowned environmentalist Saalumarada Thimmakka, known for planting 385 banyan trees and earning the Padma Shri award, has passed away at 114 in Bengaluru. This self-taught conservationist transformed personal grief into a lifelong commitment to nature, leaving behind a lasting environmental legacy that continues to inspire millions across India.