Omar, Farooq Abdullah pay homage to Sheikh Abdullah on his 119th birth anniversary

Srinagar, Dec 5: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Thursday visited Naseem Bagh, Hazratbal, to pay tributes to the founder of the National Conference and former chief minister Sheikh Muhammad Abdullah, on his 119th birth anniversary.

Popularly known as Sher-e-Kashmir, Sheikh Muhammad Abdullah is remembered for his visionary leadership and his enduring contributions to Jammu and Kashmir.

He was the father of NC President Farooq Abdullah and the grandfather of the party’s Working President and current Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah.

In a solemn ceremony held at Naseembagh, the Chief Minister, accompanied by Farooq Abdullah and other senior party leaders, paid floral tributes at Sheikh Muhammad Abdullah’s mausoleum.

They also offered Fateha (special prayers) at his grave to honour his legacy and reaffirm their commitment to the ideals he stood for.

Speaking on the occasion, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah reflected on Sheikh Muhammad 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.”

Farooq Abdullah also expressed his deep respect for his father’s contributions, calling him “a guiding light whose principles will always lead us forward.”

The commemoration programme was attended by senior party leaders, workers, and supporters who gathered to commemorate the life and legacy of Sheikh Muhammad Abdullah, a towering figure in the history of Jammu and Kashmir.