Geeta Patnaik Odia playback singer

Geeta Patnaik Odia playback singer

Geeta Patnaik, the eminent Odia playback singer, passed away on Sunday evening, February 15, 2026,

at the age of 73.

She had been undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Cuttack after suffering a cerebral stroke on Thursday while attending a literary festival in Bhubaneswar.

Legacy and Career
Geeta Patnaik was a powerhouse in the Odia music industry for over five decades. She was particularly celebrated for her frequent and legendary collaborations with the late Akshaya Mohanty.

Debut: She began her professional journey at age 15 and made her debut in the 1970 film Adina Megha.

Famous Works: Her voice is immortalized in classic hits such as:

“Phur Kina Udigala Bani” (from the film Jajabar)

“Emiti Pua Ku Mu Baha Huenti”

“Baha Mu Hebi”

“Mo Dehare”

Cultural Impact: She was a member of the state film awards jury and was a recipient of prestigious honors, including the Akshaya Sangeet Samman.