President of India Condoles the Passing Away of Shri Mufti Mohammad Sayeed

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee has condoled the passing away of Shri Mufti Mohammad Sayeed, Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir.

In a condolence message to his daughter, Ms. Mehbooba Mufti, the President has said, "I am sad to learn about the passing away of your father, Shri Mufti Mohammad Sayeed, Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir.

Shri Sayeed was a colleague of long years. He distinguished himself through remarkable political acumen and vision.Throughout his life, Shri Sayeed worked for the socio-political transformation and betterment of the State of Jammu and Kashmir.In his passing away, we have lost an outstanding public figure who was always in touch with the grassroots of society. Shri Sayeed’s contribution to Jammu and Kashmir and India through long years of public service will be always remembered.

Please accept my heartfelt condolences and convey them to all other members of your family. May God give you and your family the strength and courage to bear this irreparable loss”.

This release issued at 1100 hrs.