Bhubaneswar, 16 March (H.S.): Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has expressed deep sorrow over the demise of renowned poet and Padma Bhushan awardee Ramakanta Rath.

In his condolence message, Minister Pradhan stated, I am deeply saddened and heartbroken to hear about the passing of Odisha’s famous poet and Padma Bhushan awardee, Ramakanta Rath. Through his poetry, he enriched Odia literature, and his contribution to the literary world is immeasurable.

He further added, Ramkanta Rath’s works, which received the Central Sahitya Akademi Award, beautifully blended spiritual and indigenous imaginations. His timeless poems will continue to live on in the hearts of the Odia people.

Dharmendra Pradhan also extended his heartfelt condolences to the grieving family and prayed for the eternal peace of the soul of the late poet.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Monalisa Panda