'Shocked and grieved over Mufti's death': CM

Chennai

In a condolence message, Ms Jayalalithaa said 'Mufti Mohammad Sayeed was one of the  tallest leaders from Jammu and Kashmir with  long years of experience in politics and Government both in the State and in the Government of India.'

He dedicated his life to bring peace and  tranquillity to Jammu and Kashmir.

In his passing away the nation has lost a great leader and a politician of great distinction.

I convey my heartfelt condolences to his daughter Mehabooba Mufti Sayeed and

other members of the family, the Chief Minister said.