Renowned scientist Dr. Satyabrata Sahoo, a former leader at IMMT, Bhubaneswar, passed away at 75. During his illustrious career at RRL, he championed initiatives benefiting farmers in aromatic and medicinal plant cultivation. Sahoo's pioneering work included developing technology for essential oil extraction, impacting soap, perfume, medicine, and repellent industries. Recognized with the Rajiv Gandhi Sadbhavana Award, he leaves a lasting legacy in agricultural advancements. The scientific community mourns the loss of this influential figure.