Srinagar, Nov. 30 -- Apni Party President Syed Mohammad Altaf Bukhari on Tuesday expressed profound grief over the demise of Ms. Shagufta, sister of Party's Amira Kadal Zone Senior Vice President Mohammad Ashraf Bhat who passed away yesterday at SKIMS-Soura.

In a condolence message issued here, Bukhari described the deceased as a virtuous and pious lady who was endowed with qualities of humility and a hospitable nature.

"It is a moment of utter grief where fate makes us part away with our loved ones. I extend my heart-felt sympathies with the grieved family members especially our party leader Mohammad Ashraf Bhat Sahib in this hour of deep sorrow. I also pray for eternal peace to the departed soul & courage to the bereaved family member...