Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and Leader of Opposition (LoP) Naveen Patnaik expressed deep grief over the demise of eminent neurosurgeon and Padma Shri awardee Prof. (Dr.) Ashok Kumar Mahapatra.
Condoling his demise, CM Majhi conveyed that Dr Mahapatra was one of the country’s most distinguished neurosurgeons and a leading figure in medical science who had enriched the healthcare sector and brought glory to Odisha and the entire nation. He said the doctor’s contribution to medical service and research will remain unforgettable.
“I am deeply saddened to hear the news of the demise of eminent physician and Padma Shri Professor (Dr.) Ashok Kumar Mahapatra. As a distinguished neurosurgeon of the country and a leading personality in the world of medical science, he enriched the healthcare sector and brought glory to Odisha and the entire country. His remarkable contribution in the field of medical service and research will always remain unforgettable. In this sad moment, I express my deep condolences to the bereaved family members and pray Mahaprabhu Shri Jagannath for the salvation of the departed soul. Om Shanti,” wrote CM on his X handle..
LoP Naveen Patnaik, through his post, highlighted Dr Mahapatra’s indelible mark in medical science with many rare successful surgeries. He said Dr Mahapatra will always be remembered for his role in establishment of AIIMS in Odisha and for ensuring advanced healthcare for the people, and termed his death an irreparable loss for Odisha and India.
“I am saddened to learn about the demise of renowned distinguished physician Dr. Ashok Kumar Mahapatra while undergoing treatment. He has left an indelible mark in medical science with many rare successful surgeries. Whether it is the establishment of AIIMS in Odisha or providing advanced healthcare to the people, he will always be remembered. This is an irreparable loss for entire Odisha and India. In such a sad time, I express my deep condolences to the bereaved family members and pray for the salvation of the departed soul,” read Naveen Patnaik’s post.
