Family donates eyes after death of Odissi dancer in Bhubaneswar

In a major initiative, the family of young Odissi dancer Prashant Kumar Sahu (35) has donated his eyes after his untimely demise in Bhubaneswar.

Prashant fell ill shortly after performing at Jayadev Bhawan on Wednesday evening. He was immediately taken to the Capital Hospital, where the doctors declared him brought dead.

According to information, Prashant performed a dance at the 'Veddhwani Mahotsav' organized by the Jyothika Parishad at Jayadeva Bhavan. After a few minutes of the dance performance, he returned to the green room to prepare for the next program. However, after he reported feeling unwell there, he was immediately taken to the Capital Hospital. But the doctor declared him brought dead.

His untimely demise has left the entire art world in shock. His mortal remains were taken to the Utkal Music College where he studied. Students and teachers there paid their last respects to him. Later, his last rites were performed at the Puri Sangakdwar gate in the presence of family members.

Prashant, a resident of Tigiriya village under Kanas block of Puri district, started learning Odissi dance at a young age. He received dance lessons from Guru Gangadhar Pradhan at Konark Natya Mandap. He has performed at many national and international stages. Recently, he also performed at Rashtrapati Bhavan. He has also been the recipient of many awards and honours.

After his untimely demise, his family decided to donate his eyes and did a great deed. His eyes will fill the lives of others and keep his vision alive. Through this great deed, he will be immortalized forever.