Motor racing ace Jagat Nanjappa no more
Jagat Nanjappa, a renowned figure in Indian motorsport, has passed away at the age of 68 in Mysuru. Born in Nalvathoklu, Virajpet taluk of Kodagu, Nanjappa left behind his wife Anita. His remains were returned to his hometown where family, friends, well-wishers and motorsport enthusiasts gathered to bid farewell. During the 1980s and 1990s, Nanjappa and his wife Anita were key figures in the Indian racing circuit.
They took part in several motorcycle and car rallies across the country, earning numerous awards. Known as one of Kodagu's first motorsport talents, Nanjappa's contributions and victories on the racing circuit are still celebrated by those in the motorsport community and people of Kodagu.
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