Bhubaneswar, Feb. 22 -- In a tragic turn of events, Umakanti Pradhan from Sambalpur's Jujumura who had recently received liver from her sister-in-law has passed away. Although the liver transplant was successful, Umakanti passed away due to complications, despite prayers and medical efforts to prolong her life.

Despite valiant efforts from medical teams and selfless contribution by her sister-in-law, she succumbed to her illnesses in Hyderabad, where she was receiving treatment. Her death was confirmed by her husband.

The story of the two sisters-in-law captured imaginations across Odisha. Not only because of Umakanti's health journey but also due to the inspiring act of her sister-in-law Pratima Pradhan, who selflessly donated part of ...