Srinagar, Apr 17 (KNS): Jammu and Kashmir National conference president Dr Farooq Abdullah and vice President Omar Abdullah on Wednesday paid glowing tributes to party’s veteran leader, noted poet and writer Sadiq Ali on his 9th death anniversary.

Dr Farooq while paying tributes to late Sadiq, said, “He was an embodiment of the ideals and virtues of National Conference. A strong spirited person he was! His contribution to the party is unparallel. A statesman to core, he held the position of treasurer of the party for 23 years. His contribution to the party is immense. On this day I pray for peace to his soul.”

Omar Abdullah while paying tributes to the veteran leader, said, “He worked at various key positions. His poetic disposition has touched many hearts; he shall be remembered for his service to people during his stint as MLA.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp ChannelWe in our party have been very lucky to have such learned and people amongst us who have left the legacy of service and sacrifice for others to follow. On this day I pray for peace to his soul.”

Pertinent to mention here that late Sadiq Ali was the illustrious father of political advisor to Party Vice president Tanvir Sadiq.

A commemorative meeting was also held at Zadibal where glowing tributes were paid to the party veteran.

Party senior leaders Haji Ali Muhammad Sagar, additional general secretary Dr Sheikh Mustufa Kamal, provincial president kashmir Nasir Aslam Wani, Chief Spokesperson Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi, provincial spokesperson Imran Nabi Dar have also paid glowing tributes to late Sadiq Ali. (KNS)