Former MLA Bijaya Mohanty, aged 60, has died in Odisha.

Sad news has struck Bhubaneswar as former member of the Odisha Legislative Assembly, Bijaya Kumar Mohanty, passed away at the age of 60 on Sunday. Mohanty, who had previously served as a two-time BJD MLA from the Bhubaneswar central constituency, was taken to the Capital Hospital in Bhubaneswar after falling unconscious at a guest house. He had been struggling with his health for the past few weeks.

The medical team at the hospital conducted tests upon his arrival and unfortunately, he was declared deceased, according to the deputy superintendent, Dhananjaya Das. Mohanty's body was then brought to the state Assembly and the BJD party office, where his fellow MLAs and party leaders came to pay their final respects.

In 2009, Mohanty was elected to the state Assembly for the first time on a BJD ticket from the Bhubaneswar Madhya constituency and was later re-elected in 2014. Upon hearing the news of his passing, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi expressed his sorrow and prayed for peace for the departed soul. BJD president Naveen Patnaik also shared his condolences, stating that he was deeply saddened by the loss of Mohanty.

Patnaik further praised Mohanty's dedication and contributions to the betterment of the people, stating that they will always be remembered. The news of his death was confirmed by PNN & Agencies. The entire community is mourning the loss of such a respected and valuable member. May his soul rest in peace.

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