Bhubaneswar: The body of eminent writer and dramatist Bijoy Mishra, who passed away on Sunday here, will be cremated at Puri today with state honors.
Mishra, who was actively involved in Odia film and theatre for last six decades, died at age of 83.
Earlier, Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik expressed deep grief over the demise of the noted dramatist.
Late Mishra was a leading dramatist of the contemporary times. His contribution to Odia literature and Odia film industry is immense, the CM said.
The Chief Minister had also conveyed his deep sympathy to the bereaved family.
Mishra had written over 60 plays and scripts of more than 50 Odia films. He was a recipient of Odisha Sahitya Akademi and Kendra Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards.
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