Srinagar: The National Conference on Thursday paid tributes to party founder Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah on his 119th birth anniversary.
The party leadership, including NC president Farooq Abdullah and vice-president, and Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah, paid floral tributes to the party founder at his mausoleum in Hazratbal area of the city here.
Several party leaders, functionaries, and workers had gathered at the mausoleum to offer ‘Fateha’ (prayers) and pay tributes to Sheikh Abdullah.
Sheikh Abdullah passed away in 1983.
Speaking on the occasion, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah reflected on Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah’s enduring impact on Jammu and Kashmir, stating, “Sher-e-Kashmir’s vision continues to inspire us to work tirelessly for the betterment of our people. Today, we remember his sacrifices and reaffirm our dedication to his ideals of justice, equality, and communal harmony.”
Dr. Farooq Abdullah also expressed his deep respect for his father’s contributions, calling him “a guiding light whose principles will always lead us forward.”
Meanwhile, Nasir Aslam Wani, Advisor to Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, said that the council of ministers has sent a proposal with regard to the holiday on December 5, marking the birth anniversary of Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah, to LG’s office. He said hopefully, the holiday will be observed on this day again next year.
“The holiday on this day (December 5) was cancelled, but a proposal has been sent to LG again by the council of ministers and hopefully from next year the holiday will be observed on this day,” Wani told reporters after paying tributes to Sheikh Abdullah on his 119th birth anniversary at his grave.
