Officers and officials of the Directorate attended the meeting and expressed profound grief over the loss, praying for the eternal peace of the departed soul and conveying heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family.

 

Recalling his distinguished service, colleagues remembered Gazanfar Ali's tenure in the Handicrafts Department for his friendly and caring nature. They also acknowledged his pivotal role in strengthening the sector's institutional framework, noting his professional conduct and unwavering dedication as key pillars of his legacy.

 

The meeting observed that his passing is an irreparable loss—not just to his family and friends, but to all who worked with him and to the entire handicrafts fraternity of Kashmir.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

 

Speaking on the occasion, the Director, Handicrafts & Handloom, Kashmir, expressed deep anguish over the loss, stating that Gazanfar Ali Sahib would always be remembered for his dedicated service, professional integrity and commitment.

 

"He contributed immensely to public service and the promotion of traditional crafts, which will remain part of the department's institutional memory," the Director said, while conveying condolences to the family and praying for strength to bear this irreparable loss.

 

The Directorate reaffirmed its solidarity with the bereaved family in this difficult hour, sharing in their grief and honouring the memory of a leader who devoted his life to the preservation and promotion of Kashmir's rich handicraft heritage. (KNS)