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On Saturday, Guruprasad Mohapatra, the Secretary of Department of Industry Trade (DPIIT), died due to post-COVID-19 complications. Guruprasad, 59, had been admitted to AIIMS in the mid of April and he was the first serving secretary to the Government of India who had been succumbed to COVID-19. The Prime Minister Narendra Modi, expressed his grief over the demise of the secretary.
He said in a tweet, “Saddened by the demise of Dr. Guruprasad Mohapatra, DPIIT Secretary,” the prime minister added to that saying that he worked with him extensively in Gujarat and at the Centre. He mentions about the late. Mohapatra, “He had a great understanding of administrative issues and was known for his innovative zeal.” Narendra Modi gave his condolences to Mohapatra’s family and friends.
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.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 19, 2021
The Home Minister; Amit Shah, the Commerce and Industry Minister; Piyush Goyal, and the Cabinet Secretary; Rajiv Gauba also expressed their condolences.
The home minister in his tweet said that Dr. Guruprasad Mohapatra was a very able and hardworking officer to which he added that his untimely demise was very saddening and he gave his condolences to the family and friends of Mohapatra.
Dr. Guruprasad Mohapatra, DPIIT Secretary was a very able and hardworking officer. His untimely demise is very saddening. My thoughts and prayers are with his bereaved family in this hour of grief. Om Shanti Shanti
— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) June 19, 2021
The Cabinet Minister, Piyush Goyal, also mentioned in a tweet said about the demise of the DPIIT Secretary and said that he was saddened over the loss of Dr. Guruprasad Mohapatra. The minister also mentioned about Mohapatra’s work and said that his service and dedication towards the Nation has left a lasting impact on everyone. He conveyed his deepest sympathies to Mohapatra’s family and friends.
Extremely saddened to hear about the loss of Dr. Guruprasad Mohapatra, Secretary DPIIT.
His long-standing service and dedication to the Nation have left a lasting impact. I convey my deepest sympathies to his family and friends.
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— Piyush Goyal (@PiyushGoyal) June 19, 2021
Guruprasad Mohapatra was of the 1986-batch Gujarat cadre IAS Officer and had taken over as DPIIT secretary in August 2019. He had also served as the chairman of the Airports Authority of India (AAI).
Anguished by the passing away of Shri Guruprasad Mohapatra, Secretary DPIIT & former chairman of the Airports Authority of India.He was a distinguished civil servant who worked extensively in the power sector, industry & urban development. My condolences to his family. Om Shanti!
— Vice President of India (@VPSecretariat) June 19, 2021
Deeply saddened to hear the demise of Dr Guruprasad Mohapatra, Secretary DPIIT. He was a visionary officer, with an impeccable track record. He will be remembered for his contribution.
I convey my deepest condolences to his family and friends.— Jagat Prakash Nadda (@JPNadda) June 19, 2021
It is a sad day, #AAI today lost another gem!
Dr. Guruprasad Mohapatra, ex-Chairman, AAI & serving Secy, DPIIT, @DoC_GoI passed away today. A distinctive leader known for true professionalism & a human par excellence, he will be missed dearly. Heartfelt condolences. Om Shanti. pic.twitter.com/iOrKiN1Yhp— Airports Authority of India (@AAI_Official) June 19, 2021
We are shocked and saddened by the untimely demise of Dr Guruprasad Mohapatra, IAS (GJ:86), Secretary @DIPPGOI. An exemplary officer, he served the nation in important assignments, both in Gujarat and Govt of India. Such a loss to nation & society.
Our condolences to the family. pic.twitter.com/kIQetqHxHt— IAS Association (@IASassociation) June 19, 2021
Saddened to learn about the demise of Dr. Guruprasad Mohapatra, DPIIT Secretary. He will be always remembered for his extraordinary contribution towards the nation. Condolences to his family members. Om Shanti.
— Nitin Gadkari (@nitin_gadkari) June 19, 2021