BENGALURU, October 29, 2026: Fans of Puneeth Rajkumar marked the Kannada actor’s fifth death anniversary with community service activities, including food distribution and blood and eye donation camps, according to Public TV English.
Family members and admirers gathered at Kanteerava Studios, where prayers were offered at the actor’s memorial. Fans travelled from different parts of Karnataka to pay their respects and remember the star affectionately known as Appu.
Community Activities in Appu’s Memory
Anniversary programmes also included notebook distribution for children from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. These initiatives reflect the importance many fans place on continuing Puneeth’s association with generosity and social service.
Puneeth was widely admired beyond cinema for his charitable work. His legacy has inspired fans to organise activities that support communities and help people in need.
Hrudaya Jyothi Scheme Also Carries His Name
Public TV English reported that Karnataka’s Hrudaya Jyothi initiative, named in Puneeth’s honour, focuses on timely emergency care for people experiencing heart attacks. The report cited a state health department statement saying the programme had helped save lives through emergency treatment and designated heart-care centres.
Medical emergencies require prompt professional attention. Anyone experiencing possible heart-attack symptoms should seek emergency medical help immediately.
Five Years Later, His Legacy Lives On
Puneeth Rajkumar died on October 29, 2021, at the age of 46 following a cardiac arrest. His films remain popular, while annual tributes and service activities show how deeply he is remembered by fans across Karnataka.
Source: Public TV English. This article is an independently rewritten summary of the published report.
