Srinagar Oct 15 (KNS): The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference President and Member of the Parliament from Srinagar Dr. Farooq Abdullah and Vice President Omar Abdullah have expressed profound grief over the demise of noted writer, Journalist and essayist Ghulam Nabi Khayal. 

In his condolence message, Dr. Farooq said, “The news of the passing away of Khayal sahib has saddened me. He has left an indelible mark on literary circles of Kashmir as an eminent writer, journalist and translator. I extend my heartfelt condolences and sympathies to his bereaved family and numerous fans. May Almighty elevate his stations in Jannat.” 

In his words of condolence VP Omar Abdullah said, “I am deeply grieved to learn about the demise of noted poet, essayist and Sahitya Academy Awardee Ghulam Nabi Khayal sahib. Kashmir's illuminating star with a wisdom of past and present has set. This marks an end of a long life of service inspired by the ideals nobly conceived and actively pursued and will be remembered for generations to come. In his demise Kashmir has lost the greatest of her sons, who through his manifold literary and poetic achievements raised her estimation across the country & the world. My deepest & sincerest sympathies go out to his family in their bereavement. Khayal sahib will continue to live through his work.”

Among others Party General Secretary Ali Muhammad Sagar, Additional General Secretary Dr. Sheikh Mustafa Kamal, Treasurer Shammi Oberoi, Chief Spokesperson Tanvir Sadiq, Political Advisors Mushtaq Guroo, Mudassar Shahmiri, Party MPs Muhammad Akbar Lone, Hasnain Masoodi, State Spokesperson Imran Nabi Dar have also expressed grief over the demise of the noted literary figure.(KNS)