Bhubaneswar, Feb. 28 -- Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi has condoled the demise of veteran actor Uttam Mohanty.

Speaking with media, Majhi said, "He was a big star in the Odia film industry. He also worked in Hindi and Bengali film industry. My connection with him is very old...I am saddened by his demise. I have issued orders for state honours to be accorded to him."

As a mark of respect, the Chief Minister has directed that Uttam Mohanty's last rites be conducted with full state honors.

The beloved actor, who was known for his dynamic presence on-screen, passed away at Medanta Hospital in Gurugram after a prolonged battle with liver cirrhosis. He was 66 years old.Born in 1958 in Baripada, Mayurbhanj, Odisha, Mohanty began his illustriou...