Srinagar, November 20 (KNS):National Conference senior leader Abdur Rahim Rather today expressed shock over the sudden demise of noted journalist Mudassir Ali. 
“I am deeply shocked and deeply saddened by the passing away of  Muddasir Ali. Muddasir was close to my heart. He was a wonderful human being in addition to being a most honest, competent and dynamic  journalist. Alas a young promising life has been cut short. I fall short of words in expressing my condolences to the bereaved family. May Allah grant him maghfirat and a place in Jannat ul firdous! Aameen!,” he said in a  statement. (KNS)