Jammu, Feb 17, KDC: The Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly on Tuesday paid rich tributes to former Minister Peerzada Ghulam Ahmad Shah during the ongoing Budget Session in Jammu.
Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather made an obituary reference to the sad demise of the former minister and highlighted his contributions to public life and the development of the region. Members of the House observed a two-minute silence as a mark of respect to the departed soul.
The House also expressed condolences over the untimely demise of Brij Mohan Sharma, former MLC and Vice President of Jammu & Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) Jammu Province.
In a condolence message, members said they were “deeply shocked” by the passing of the veteran leader and prayed for eternal peace to the departed soul. The message further conveyed sympathies to the bereaved family, expressing hope that they are given strength to bear the irreparable loss.
Several legislators across party lines joined in paying homage, recalling the contributions of the departed leaders in public service and political life. (KDC)
