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Kanathanda Manu Aiyappa \u2013 Senior Journalist<\/a> and Political Editor<\/h1>\n

Kanathanda Manu Aiyappa is a senior journalist and Political Editor of The Times of India<\/em> in Bengaluru, Karnataka. With a distinguished career spanning more than two and a half decades, he has made significant contributions to political journalism, particularly in the coverage of Karnataka politics, governance, public policy and political developments.\"\"<\/p>\n

Associated with The Times of India<\/em> since 1998, Manu Aiyappa has established himself as an experienced journalist covering the political landscape of Karnataka. His professional journey reflects a sustained commitment to reporting, analysis and public affairs journalism.<\/p>\n

Early Life and Family Background<\/h2>\n

Manu Aiyappa belongs to the Kanathanda Okka of Kodagu, Karnataka.<\/p>\n

His father, Kanathanda S. Muthappa, was a Kodava writer who made a notable contribution to Kodava literature. He is credited with being the first to write the Bhagavad Gita in the Kodava language, an important milestone in the development of Kodava literary works.<\/p>\n

His mother, K. M. Dechamma, belongs to the Maneypanda Thamane.<\/p>\n

Family<\/h3>\n