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Odisha mourns the demise of Padma Shri Awardee Dr Ashok Mahapatra

Padma Shri awardee Dr Ashok Mahapatra passed away at the age of 74 while undergoing treatment at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi. He had been battling brain cancer.
Published By : Bratati Baral | November 3, 2026 7:09 AM
Odisha mourns the demise of Padma Shri Awardee Dr Ashok Mahapatra

Bhubaneswar, Nov 3: Padma Shri awardee Dr Ashok Mahapatra passed away at the age of 74 while undergoing treatment at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi. He had been battling brain cancer.

His demise has cast a pall of gloom across Odisha, with political leaders and prominent personalities expressing deep condolences over the loss.

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi expressed profound grief over Dr Mahapatra’s demise, stating that he was deeply saddened by the news of his passing.

 

Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik also condoled his death, remembering Dr Mahapatra for his remarkable contributions to medical science. He said that the renowned doctor had left an indelible mark through several complex and rare successful surgeries.

 

Prof. Dr Manoj Nayak, Founder-President of Siksha 'O' Anusandhan (SOA), also expressed his condolences, mourning the loss of the eminent medical professional.

Health Minister Mukesh Mahaling expressed deep sorrow over the news, describing Dr Mahapatra’s demise as a great loss.

 

Dr Ashok Mahapatra’s contributions to the field of medicine and his remarkable achievements will be remembered for years to come.