SAI International School chairman Bijay Sahoo passes away

Bhubaneswar: Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya advisor and SAI International School Chairman Bijay Sahoo passed away while undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Hyderabad on Thursday.

Sahoo had tested positive for Covid-19 two months ago. He was undergoing treatment in a private hospital for post-Covid complications in Hyderabad.

Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik expressed his condolence.

“Deeply saddened to know about the passing away of noted educationist and entrepreneur, Dr. Bijaya Kumar Sahoo. As Advisor of Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Sangathan, he had a pioneering role in transforming Govt School education. My condolences to his family, friends & students,” tweeted the Chief Minister.