Guv, Advisor (G) grieved over Grand Mufti’s demise

Jammu : Governor Satya Pal Malik and Advisor to Governor Khursheed Ahmad Ganai have in their separate statements expressed grief over the sad demise of Grand Mufti of Jammu and Kashmir Mufti Bashir-ud-Din.
In his message Governor prayed for eternal peace to the departed soul and strength to the bereaved family in its hour of grief.
Describing Mufti Azam Mufti Bashiruddin as a renowned Islamic Scholar, a man of immense learning and knowledge and a fine human being, Advisor to Governor Khursheed Ahmad Ganai who is also the chairman of the Muslim Wakf Board expressed grief over the demise of Mufti Azam.
He said he had developed a warm personal relationship with Mufti Azam over the years since his posting as Divisional Commissioner Kashmir in 1998 and often consulted him to get his valued advice. Ganai said he had great regard for Mufti Azam for his qualities, knowledge and wisdom.
Describing the demise of Mufti Azam as an irreparable loss to the Kashmir society and in fact the whole state, Advisor expressed deep sympathies with the family and followers of Mufti Azam and prayed for place for his soul in Jannat ul Firdous. The Advisor also prayed for strength to the bereaved family and admirers of the late Mufti Azam.