Srinagar Dec 12 (KNS): Former Union Minister and Congress leader Prof. Saifuddin Soz on Tuesday paid a glowing tribute to Maulana Masoodi on his death anniversary referring to him as an unforgettable character in Kashmir's political struggle against autocracy.
In a statement issued to KNS Soz said that Masoodi sahib remained the General Secretary of the National Conference for thirty long years and was endowed with many qualities and spiritual proclivity. “His contribution towards the socio political emancipation of Kashmir is immense. He was a rare politician who blended social service and simplicity with politics. He will be remembered for his farsightedness,” Soz said.
“A giant among the close associates of Sheikh Sahib, Masoodi Sahib is an unforgettable character in the history of Kashmir. His contribution towards strengthening the efforts of Sheikh Sahib in laying the foundations of modern J&K remain unparalleled. The need of the hour is to uphold and strengthen the idea of Jammu & Kashmir which was watered by such great men as Maulana Masoodi.” Soz added.(KNS)