Odisha-born IAS officer Guruprasad Mohapatra passed away while undergoing treatment at the AIIMS New Delhi on Saturday morning. He had been admitted to the hospital after testing positive for Covid-19. Mohapatra, a 1986-batch Gujarat-cadre IAS officer, was serving as the Secretary of Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). He was also given additional charge of Secretary of the Ministry of MSME for temporary period. He was the youngest son of renowned Odia litterateur late Mohapatra Nilamani Sahoo.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled death and said, “Saddened by the demise of Dr. Guruprasad Mohapatra, DPIIT Secretary. I had worked with him extensively in Gujarat and at the Centre. He had a great understanding of administrative issues and was known for his innovative zeal. Condolences to his family and friends. Om Shanti.”
Union Minister Piyush Goyal said, “His longstanding service and dedication to the nation have left a lasting impact.”