Srinagar, Oct 30 (KNS): Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari on Saturday expressed profound grief over the demise of valley’s renowned elegist Aga Syed Abul Hassan Shah who today passed away after a brief spell of illness at his residence in Gulshanbagh-Botakadal.

In a condolence message issued here, Bukhari described him as a spiritual leader who dedicated his whole life for the service of the people and preached a spiritual pursuit in life through self-sacrifice and helping the ones in need.

“Aga Sahib was a humble person whose demise has left a deep void hard to be filled. He used to write and recite religious elegies throughout his life and had a great following who believed in his message of spirituality and brotherhood. Though he may have left for eternal abode but his legacy will still continue to exist,” he observed.

Bukhari also expressed his solidarity with the bereaved family members, relatives and followers while praying for their endurance to bear this irreparable loss.

“In this time of utter sorrow, I express my heart-felt condolences with Mosvi family and pray for eternal peace to the departed soul,” he prayed

Besides, Apni Party leadership also conveyed their sympathies with the bereaved family and prayed for peace to the departed soul. (KNS)