BHUBANESWAR: Noted writer Binapani Mohanty passed away at her residence in Cuttack at the age of 86 on Sunday. She was suffering from old-age related ailments. Several eminent persons including prime minister Narendra Modi, governor Ganeshi Lal, chief minister Naveen Patnaik, and union minister Dharmendra Pradhan expressed grief at the death of the noted writer.
“Pained by the passing away of noted writer Binapani Mohanty Ji. She made monumental contributions to Odia literature, especially fiction writing. Her works have been translated in various languages and attained great popularity. Condolences to her family and admirers,” said PM Modi in a tweet. Chief minister Naveen Patnaik expressed condolences on the death of legendary writer Mohanty and said, she could beautifully portray the struggle and success of women in her stories and novels.
