SRINAGAR: Mirwaiz-e-Kashmir Umar Farooq on Saturday visited Botingoo, Sopore residence of senior Hurriyat leader and its former Chairman, Prof. Abdul Ghani Bhat, who passed away on Wednesday.
Speaking at the occasion, Mirwaiz expressed deep sorrow at Prof. Bhat’s demise, describing it as a personal loss, as the deceased leader was to him an affectionate elder, dear friend, and guide. He deeply regretted that he was not allowed to participate in his jinazah.
“Prof. Bhat was not only a respected academic and scholar but also a visionary politician who consistently upheld dialogue and moderation as the way forward. His passing is an irreparable loss for the people of Jammu & Kashmir,” Mirwaiz said.
At the residence, Mirwaiz offered his sympathies to the family — his sons Mudassir Ghani Bhat, Jahangir Ghani Bhat, and Burhan Ghani Bhat — and other family members. Fatiha Khwani for the maghfirah of the departed soul was held.
He prayed that Allah grant patience and strength to the bereaved family, saying, “Prof. Bhat’s legacy as a scholar, visionary, and dreamer of peace will continue to inspire.”