New Delhi: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister, Mufti Mohammed Sayeed, 79, passed away at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in Delhi this morning.
Its is being said that, Mufti’s daughter and the president of his Peoples Democratic Party, Mehbooba Sayeed, who is 56-year-old will take over as the first woman chief minister of the state. he PDP rules the state in partnership with the BJP.
The late Chief Minster who founded the Jammu and Kashmir Peoples Democratic party was admitted to the premier hospital in Delhi with complaints a lung infection. He was put on ventilator support yesterday after his condition worsened.
President Pranab Mukjerjee, Home Minister Rajnath Singh, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley and Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered their condolences.
Mufti Sahab's demise leaves a huge void in the nation & in J&K, where his exemplary leadership had a major impact on people's lives. RIP.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 7, 2016
What stood out about Mufti Sahab was his statesmanship. In his long political journey he won many admirers across the political spectrum.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 7, 2016
Mufti Sayeed ji had a wonderful understanding of complex issues pertaining to J&K. He wanted to bring permanent peace to the valley.
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) January 7, 2016
Deeply pained to learn of J&K CM Shri Mufti Mohd. Sayeed's demise.He was known for his love for common people, specially the underprivileged
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) January 7, 2016
Heartfelt condolences on the passing away of J & K CM Mufti Mohammad Sayeed #PresidentMukherjee
— President Mukherjee (@POI13) January 7, 2016
He has passed away when the country and the state (J&K)needed him the most.A true statesman amongst the politicians of the current era.(2/2)
— Arun Jaitley (@arunjaitley) January 7, 2016
Saddened by the death of Mufti Sahib. (1/2)
— Arun Jaitley (@arunjaitley) January 7, 2016
