Rahi will always be remembered for his unprecedented contribution to Kashmir’s literature and culture: Ghulam Hassan Mir
Srinagar, Jan, 9 (KNS): Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari and Senior Vice President Ghulam Hassan Mir have extended their heartfelt condolences over the passing away of Kashmir’s legendary poet and Gayanpeth awardee Prof Rehman Rahi who passed away at his Vicharnag residence in Srinagar today. He was 98 and ailing for quite a while.
In his condolence message, Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari expressed his profound grief and sorrow over the demise of Prof Rehman Rahi and said, “I am deeply saddened over the death of Rahi Sahib. He was a son of the soil whose presence was a blessing to Kashmir’s society. Rahi Sahib’s death has left a void that cannot be filled. I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family.”
Party’s Senior Vice President Ghulam Hassan Mir, while expressing his grief over the death of Rahi, said, “He was a legend, who will always be remembered for his unprecedented contribution to Kashmir’s literature and culture. Rahi Sahib spent his entire life serving people in terms of infusing intelligence and wisdom into society through his work. Also, he has mentored thousands of students during his lifetime. May Almighty Allah rest the noble soul in eternal peace.”(KNs)