Published By : Chinmaya Dehury | February 6, 2022 1:04 PM
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Bhubaneswar, Feb 6: Eminent classical vocalist and musician Dr Damodar Hota passed away here late Saturday night. He was 87. He was suffering from cardiac ailments over the past few years. Last night, he succumbed while being rushed to a private hospital here. Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik expressed condolences on Hota’s demise. “I am deeply saddened after learning about the death of eminent Hindustani classical musician, vocalist and Guru, Pandit Damodar Hota. He will always be remembered for his contribution for promoting and research on Uddra Paddhatiya Sangeet. I pray for the immortal soul and express condolences for the bereaved family members,” the Chief Minister tweeted. Hota is recognised as a Guru in Hindustani as well as Odissi classical singing. He was also a musicologist and composer.
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