Forced to perform while unwell: Humane Sagar’s mother levels serious charges

Following the untimely demise of popular Odia playback singer Humane Sagar, his mother Shefali Suna has made grave accusations against his manager and event organisers, claiming that her son was forced to perform on stage even when his health was deteriorating.

She alleged that even when his condition was bad, they made her son do stageshows. She further alleged that her son was being used despite his poor health.

Demanding justice, she further said that the culprit behind her son’s death should be arrested soon. She held the manager and organisers responsible for the circumstances that led to her son’s demise.

Human Sagar’s mother also clarified that the doctors had provided all possible assistance during his treatment, saying that she never begged for money for her son’s medical care.

"My son was used. He was forced to do program even in serious condition. I never begged for money for my son's medical care. I want justice for my son," said Humane Sagar's mother Shefali Suna.

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However, Humane Sagar’s manager refuted the allegations against him.

"Humane Sagar's liver ailment was cured. However, he didn't take medicines properly and neglected his health," said the manager.

Notably, Humane Sagar passed away on Monday evening at AIIMS Bhubaneswar, leaving the music fraternity and fans across the state in deep shock.

The 36-year-old singer battled for life for over 72 hours, under the supervision of specialist doctors who had placed him on advanced life-support systems.  Despite continuous efforts, his condition failed to improve, and he breathed his last on Monday.