Padma Shri Dr Dnyandev Yashwantrao (D Y) Patil, the founder of the D Y Patil Group of educational institutions, former Governor and veteran public leader, passed away at the age of 92 following a prolonged illness at his residence in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, on Tuesday.

His passing has drawn condolences from political leaders, academicians and members of the education fraternity across the country.