Bhubaneswar, Nov 19: Odisha is mourning the untimely demise of renowned Odia singer Humane Sagar, who passed away on Monday night while undergoing treatment at AIIMS Bhubaneswar. He was 36.
Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati expressed his grief on X, saying, “I am deeply saddened by the passing away of eminent vocalist Humane Sagar. His contribution to the world of Odia music and cinema will always be remembered.”
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi called Sagar’s death “an irreparable loss to our music and cinema,” extending his condolences to the bereaved family and praying for the departed soul. Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan described Odisha as having “lost a shining star in the world of music,” adding that the magic of Sagar’s voice would remain “immortal in the hearts of Odia listeners.”
Former Chief Minister and BJD supremo Naveen Patnaik also expressed his sorrow, stating, “Deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Humane Sagar. His soulful music has touched the hearts of countless listeners, and his contributions to Odia music will always be remembered.”
Humane Sagar had been admitted to AIIMS Bhubaneswar on November 14 due to multiple health complications. Doctors diagnosed him with multiorgan dysfunction syndrome, chronic liver failure, bilateral pneumonia, and dilated cardiomyopathy with severe left ventricular systolic dysfunction.
Following his passing, Sagar’s body was taken to his native village, Denga, near Titilagarh in Bolangir district, where his last rites are scheduled to be performed.