Eminent litterateur and political leader Annada Prasad Ray passed away following a cardiac arrest here on Tuesday. He was 79. He was predeceased by his wife Dr Bhaktilata Ray, also a writer, some years ago.
Ray, who was a former president of the Utkal Sahitya Samaj, has written many short stories and novels. Some of his works include Muthae Jiban Anjulae Smruti, Ya’ Devi, Matira luha and Balaya. He was also the Editor of Odia daily Matrubhoomi.
A pall of gloom descended on the literary community and political circles as the news of his death spread. Writers, academicians, novelists and politicians have mourned the death of Ray.