January 17
Shanti Devi, Eminent Social Worker From Odisha, Is No More
Eminent social worker, Gandhian follower and Padma Shri awardee Shanti Devi passed away at her residence in Gunupur of Odisha’s Rayagada district on Sunday night.
Family Sources said, She suddenly suffered from chest pain and fell unconscious. Immediately, she was taken to District Headquarters Hospital and she was declared brought dead by Doctors. She died at the age of 88.
Padma Shri awardee Shanti Devi was born in Balasore district in 1934.
Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik expressed his deep condolences. In his tweeter handle, he said,
“Saddened to know about the demise of social activist and Padma Shri awardee Shanti Devi. Her lifelong efforts for the uplift of the distressed will remain as an inspiration. Her contribution to social service is incomparable. I extend my heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and wish peace for the departed soul.”
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi also condoled her demise.
“Shanti Devi Ji will be remembered as a voice of the poor and underprivileged. She worked selflessly to remove suffering and create a healthier as well as just society. Pained by her demise. My thoughts are with her family and countless admirers. Om Shanti,” tweeted Modi.
