Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday visited Budgam to offer his respects and attend the funeral of noted Shia cleric and scholar, Allama Aga Syed Mohammad Baqir Al-Moosavi Al-Najfi, who passed away earlier in the day at SMHS Hospital, Srinagar. He was 85.
“Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un. Deeply saddened by the passing of distinguished Shia scholar, cleric, and religious leader Allama Agha Syed Mohammad Baqir Al-Moosavi. His profound contributions to religious thought, social harmony, and public service in J&K leave behind a legacy that will be remembered with deep respect and affection. Heartfelt condolences to his family, followers mourning this great loss,” Omar Abdullah said in a condolence message.
Prominent leaders across political and religious spheres expressed grief over the demise. PDP president Mehbooba Mufti described Allama Baqir as “not just a scholar but a beacon of knowledge, piety, and moral guidance.” She said his passing marks the end of an era of religious scholarship and community service in Jammu Kashmir.
Sajad Lone, Chairman of the Jammu Kashmir People’s Conference, wrote: “Deeply saddened by the passing of Allama Aga Syed Mohammad Baqir Al-Moosavi Al-Najfi of Budgam. A revered scholar and guide. May Allah SWT elevate his ranks and grant him Jannat al-Firdous (Ameen).”
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