By Our Correspondent
BHUBANESWAR: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has expressed deep grief over the demise of Padma Shri Vinod Kumar Pasayat, a renowned playwright, poet and writer from Sambalpur.
Shri Pradhan said in his condolence message that I am saddened and heartbroken to hear the news of the demise of Shri Vinod Kumar Pasayat. He has made our state proud by making invaluable contributions to the field of Sambalpuri literature and music for decades. His contribution in taking Sambalpuri literature to new heights is unparalleled. He was a silent seeker. His contribution to the world of Sambalpuri literature will be remembered forever.
Shri Pradhan prayed for the eternal peace of the departed soul and expressed his condolences to the bereaved family. May the Almighty grant the bereaved family immense patience and courage in this hour of sorrow, he said in his condolence message.
