Dr Farooq condoles demise of former bureaucrat Nazir A Mattoo

Srinagar, Jul 31: National Conference (NC) president, Dr Farooq Abdullah on Thursday expressed profound sorrow over the demise of Nazir Ahmad Mattoo, a distinguished bureaucrat and respected social figure who held several key positions in the government during his lifetime.Mattoo had also served as the Private Secretary to Madar-e-Maharban Begum Akbar Jehan Abdullah, further strengthening his legacy of dedicated public service, the NC said in a statement issued here. Dr Abdullah prayed for peace to the departed soul in the highest echelons of Jannat and fortitude to the bereaved household during this difficult time.The NC chief reached out to the bereaved family over a telephone call, expressing solidarity and offering heartfelt condolences. Meanwhile, his Political Advisor and MLA Chanpora Mushtaq Guroo visited the bereaved household, extending sympathies on behalf of the entire National Conference leadership and cadre.