79-year-old Sayeed, detected with sepsis, decreased blood count and pneumonia, was admitted to the hospital on December 24, with complaints of neck pain and fever.
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mufti Mohammed Sayeed, who was admitted to AIIMS for past 14 days, passed away on Thursday morning.
79-year-old Sayeed, detected with sepsis, decreased blood count and pneumonia, was admitted to the hospital on December 24, with complaints of neck pain and fever.
The Chief Minister breathed his last around 7.30 AM, Education Minister and spokesman for Government Nayeem Akhter said.
Sayeed, is survived by his wife, three daughters including PDP President Mehbooba Mufti, and a son.
The mortal remains of the Chief Minister would be flown to Srinagar where the body will be kept for people to have the last glimpse of their leader. He is likely be buried in his ancestral village in South Kashmir.
Several politicians took to Twitter to express their condolences.
"Deeply pained to learn of J&K CM Shri Mufti Mohd. Sayeed's demise. He was known for his love for common people, specially the underprivileged," said HM Rajnath Singh on Twitter.
"The demise of Shri Mufti Sayeed is an irreparable loss to Jammu and Kashmir. His departure has also left a big void in national politics," Singh added.
Stating that Mufti Sayeed ji had a wonderful understanding of complex issues pertaining to J&K, singh added, "He wanted to bring permanent peace to the valley."
Taking to micro-blogging site, Omar Abdullah said, "Just heard the terrible terrible news of Mufti Sahib's passing away. I'm shocked & deeply saddened. May he rest in peace."
He further added, "My heart felt sympathies to Mrs Syed, Mehbooba & the entire family in this most difficult of times. My & my family's prayers are with them."
"Muftiji was a visionary leader dedicated entire life to a united strong J&K in India. His demise at a crucial juncture is saddening. Condolences," said Ram Madhav, National General Secretary of BJP.
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