Chief Minister of Odisha, Mohan Charan Majhi, announced financial aid of Rs 4 lakh for the family of senior journalist Sheela Pattanayak, who tragically lost her life in a road accident near Pipili Mangalapur Chhak on January 6. Sheela was hit by a speeding bus while riding a scooter with a friend, resulting in fatal injuries on the spot. The announcement, made from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund, comes in response to appeals from journalist associations and civil society groups to support the bereaved family. CM Majhi expressed deep sorrow over her untimely demise, lauding her commitment to honest and responsible journalism. The media community welcomed the decision as a gesture of solidarity and emphasized the importance of stricter road safety measures to prevent similar tragedies.
