Mirwaiz Umar Farooq Expresses Condolences on the Demise of Dr. Manmohan Singh

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq

In a heartfelt message, Mirwaiz Mohammad Umar Farooq, the spiritual and political leader of Kashmir, expressed his deep sorrow at the passing of Dr. Manmohan Singh, the former Prime Minister of India. Dr. Singh, a renowned economist and statesman, passed away recently, and his death has left the nation in mourning. Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, who had interacted with the former Prime Minister both during his tenure and in previous years, paid tribute to Dr. Singh’s commitment to peace, dialogue, and reconciliation, especially concerning the Kashmir issue.

Mirwaiz’s heartfelt condolences were shared on his social media platform, where he recalled the numerous occasions on which he had met with Dr. Singh. The Mirwaiz emphasized Dr. Singh’s unwavering dedication to fostering dialogue, particularly on the Kashmir issue, and his belief in the importance of peace and people-to-people contact across borders. According to Mirwaiz, Dr. Singh’s approach was always one of sincerity and open-mindedness.

A Strong Advocate for Dialogue

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq noted that Dr. Singh’s leadership was marked by a sincere desire to engage in meaningful dialogue, particularly regarding Kashmir. The former Prime Minister, according to Mirwaiz, believed in the power of communication and cooperation as essential tools for conflict resolution. He recalled how Dr. Singh had been open to conversations with the Hurriyat Conference and had always demonstrated an earnest interest in understanding the concerns of the people of Kashmir.

The Mirwaiz mentioned that Dr. Singh was a strong advocate for open borders and lasting peace with neighboring countries, particularly Pakistan. His vision for a peaceful South Asia was rooted in the belief that dialogue, diplomacy, and trust-building were fundamental to achieving stability and peace in the region. These efforts to promote peace and harmony were evident in his policies during his tenure as Prime Minister.

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