Cuttack, Jan. 13 -- Condolences poured in from all quarters of the society minutes after the news of Eminent Social Activist Padma Shri D. Prakash Rao's demise broke out today afternoon.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief over the death of Rao and stated, "Saddened by the demise of Shri D Prakash Rao. The outstanding work that has done will continue motivating people. He rightly saw education as a vital means to empowerment. I recall my meeting with him in Cuttack a few years ago. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti"

Odisha Governor Ganeshi Lal also mourned Rao's death and tweeted, "He will always be remembered for his selfless service in transforming the lives of thousands of poor kids through his school 'Asha o...