SRINAGAR, June 8: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday expressed profound grief and sorrow over the demise of Dawa Sherpa, father of Deputy Commissioner Udhampur Minga Sherpa and father-in-law of Deputy Commissioner Samba Ayushi Sudan.
In a condolence message, the Chief Minister conveyed his heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved family and prayed for strength and courage for them to bear the irreparable loss. He also prayed for eternal peace to the departed soul and expressed solidarity with the family during this difficult time.
According to reports, Dawa Sherpa passed away on Monday morning in Jammu after a brief illness. A retired and decorated IPS officer of the Uttar Pradesh cadre, he was widely respected for his distinguished service and contributions to public administration.
The demise has deeply saddened the administrative fraternity, with officers, colleagues and well-wishers expressing grief and extending condolences to the bereaved family.
Family sources said that the last rites of the departed soul will be performed in Darjeeling.
Meanwhile, Deputy Commissioner Udhampur Minga Sherpa and Deputy Commissioner Samba Ayushi Sudan have received an outpouring of support and sympathy from across Jammu and Kashmir following the loss. (KDC)
