Shivamogga: Revenue Minister Kagodu Thimmappa fainted after hoisting the flag on account of Independence Day in Shivamogga on Monday, August 15.
The minister who is also the district in-charge minister of Shivamogga hoisted the flag as a part of the celebrations. He then started his speech during which he collapsed. He was rushed to Sahyadri Narayana Hrudayalaya Hospital.
Sources from the hospital said that the minister collapsed due to fluctuations in blood pressure. They also stated that he was stable and out of danger now.
