Srinagar, Feb, 01:(KNS) Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari on Tuesday expressed deep shock and grief over the demise of Mehraj- Ud-Din Wani, Editor-In-Chief of Daily Srinagar News who passed away at a Srinagar Hospital today.

In a condolence message issued here Bukhari described the deceased as a thorough gentleman who was committed to his professional obligations.

Bukhari said that late Wani was a senior journalist who throughout his life tried his best to become a voice of the people while remaining committed to his principles of accountability.

Apni Party President said the passing away of Mehraj-Ud-Din Wani is a huge loss to the journalistic fraternity in J&K.

Bukhari conveyed heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, friends and associates of late Wani and prayed for the eternal peace to the departed soul.(KNS)