Srinagar: Sheikh Hafeez Akhtar, the former Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Kashmir and Ladakh, passed away in Srinagar following a prolonged illness. He was an respected officer who was regarded for his honesty and dedication to the region.
He was the father of Sheikh Sarmad Hafeez, Commissioner Secretary of Youth Services and Sports, J&K. His death has left the administrative and police circles immensely saddened. His brother, Dr. Shibli, and cousin, Sheikh Junaid Mehmood, DIG, are among the grieved as well.
Department of Youth Services & Sports expressed deep condolence over the passing of Sheikh Hafeez.
“The entire Youth Services and Sports family is deeply saddened by this tragic news. We stand together in this moment of grief and extend our heartfelt condolences to Sarmad Hafeez and his family. Our thoughts and prayers are with them during this difficult time, Media & Publicity Coordinator, Department of YSS said.
“We pray for the eternal peace of the departed soul and for strength and solace to the bereaved family,” he added.
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