Odia Music Director Swarup Nayak Passes Away, CM Naveen Patnaik Offers Condolences

Swarup Nayak, a renowned Odia musician, passed away from cancer in a private hospital in Cuttack.

The state's chief minister, Naveen Patnaik, and others expressed their sadness over Swarup Nayak's death. ( Image Source :Facebook/Sarat Patnaik )

New Delhi: In a private hospital in Cuttack, renowned music director and composer Swarup Nayak died on Friday. He was 76 years old. Sources say he has been fighting throat cancer for a long time.

He composed music for 41 Odia films, including  'Ki Heba Sua Posile,' 'Jahaku Rakhibe Ananta,' and 'Bagula Baguli.'

Naveen Patnaik, Chief Minister of Orissa, expressed his sadness at the passing of lyricist and musician Swarup Nayak in a statement of sympathy posted on X. He wrote, "I am saddened to know about the demise of a noted music director and lyricist Swarup Nayak. His unique music compositions will always remain special in the hearts of the listeners. He will be remembered forever for his valuable contribution to enriching the world of Odia cinema. May his soul rest in peace and my condolences to the bereaved family members."