On February 16, 2026, it was reported that renowned Indian singer Geeta Patnaik passed away at the age of 73 due to a brain stroke. She was initially taken to Capital Hospital in Cuttack after experiencing health issues during an event on Thursday, where a brain stroke was confirmed. Subsequently, she was moved to a private hospital in Cuttack, where doctors declared her brain dead on Sunday. Her brother-in-law, Pardush Patnaik, confirmed the tragic news, stating, "She was undergoing treatment when the doctors pronounced her dead." Geeta Patnaik was celebrated for her contributions to the Odia music industry, having a career that spanned over five decades, and was particularly known for her collaborations with legendary Odia singer Akshaya Mohanty, including the popular song from the film 'Jajabar'.