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HUBBALLI: Normally, Lingayats bury the bodies of their dead parents and construct a samadhi. If all religious leaders promote such initiatives based on scientific temperament, medicine can achieve a lot,” he added. Before taking this decision, we discussed with Guru Mahant Swamiji of Ilkal and Murugha Sharanaru of Chitradurga, who extended their support. “We have been students of Mahant Math in Ilkal, which has been famous for revolutionary resolutions. We’re proud that her body is being used for the welfare of mankind,” he said.Dr Mahantesh Ramannavar, secretary, Dr Ramannavar Charitable Trust, Bailhongal, who is creating awareness about body donation, said the Swamiji is open-minded about learning and adopting new things..