Bengaluru/New Delhi, July 18 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday expressed deep grief over the demise of Chennamma, wife of former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda, and extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family. In his condolence message, PM Modi remembered Chennamma for her humility and unwavering commitment to social service. He said she was respected for her simplicity and dedication to serving society, and conveyed condolences to Deve Gowda and his family. Later in the day, PM Modi spoke with Deve Gowda over the phone and personally conveyed his deepest condolences, offering words of comfort and praying for strength for the family.