Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has expressed deep grief at the passing away of eminent Hindustani vocalist Pandit Damodar Hota.
Hota’s contribution to Indian classical music will be ever remembered by the posterity, the CM said .
The CM conveyed his deep sympathy to the bereaved family.
The mortal remains of Pandit Damodar Hota will be cremated with state honours, the CM declared.