Koraput: Padma Shri Kamala Pujari has been hospitalized again due to deteriorating health. The 73-year-old tribal woman from Koraput, known for her efforts in promoting organic farming and preserving indigenous paddy seeds, was admitted to the Jeypore District Headquarters Hospital on Tuesday.
Her condition is reported to be stable.
A team of doctors, including Dr RN Mishra, Dr Sunil Bhatra, and Dr Muktikant Khatua, are treating her. Jeypore BDO Shakti Mohapatra and assistant engineer Bishwa Nath Patra visited the hospital and inquired about her health condition.
She was admitted to Cuttack SCB Medical College and Hospital in January and March for her deteriorating health condition.
Kamala Pujari has been a pioneer in promoting organic farming and preserving traditional paddy seeds. She has received several awards for her contributions, including the Padma Shri
Her health issues have been attributed to her age, and she has been experiencing recurring health problems. The hospital authorities have assured that they are providing her with the best possible treatment.