Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik today spoke to the relatives of late Manoj Das this evening and condoled the sad demise of the noted writer.
It may be mentioned here that at the request of Odisha Government, the mortal remains of late Manoj Das was cremated with State honours by Puducherry Government today.
Earlier today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had also condoled the demise of Manoj Das, a noted educationist, popular columnist, and prolific writer.
Modi said in a tweet:
Shri Manoj Das distinguished himself as a noted educationist, popular columnist and prolific writer. He made rich contributions to English and Odia literature. He was a leading exponent of Sri Aurobindo’s philosophy. Pained by his demise. Condolences to his family. Om Shanti.
