J&K CM condoles death of MP Abdul Rashid's father

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah paid condolences to the family of Khizar Mohammad Sheikh, who passed away at 85, at their residence in Langate.

Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Omar Abdullah visited the residence of Member of Parliament Abdul Rashid Sheikh and Langate MLA Khursheed Ahmed Sheikh on Sunday to offer condolences on the demise of their father, Khizar Mohammad Sheikh.

Khizar Sheikh, 85, died at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, last week, where he had been undergoing treatment.

The chief minister spent time with the bereaved family and expressed deep sorrow over the loss.

An official spokesperson said Abdullah was accompanied by Minister Javid Ahmed Dar, Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) Choudhary Mohammad Ramzaan, several legislators and other dignitaries.