Former Director of Doordarshan Farooq Nazki passes away

6 Feb: Former Director of Doordarshan and AIR Srinagar and Sahitya Academy-winning poet Farooq Nazki passed away.

Widespread condolences were offered by various political figures:

Former CM and DPAP leader Ghulam Nabi Azad tweeted and said, “Deeply saddened to learn about the demise of the living legend Farooq Nazki sahib. His literary brilliance & media presence were unparalleled. His contribution in the field of broadcasting and literature will have an everlasting impact on our cultural and literary treasure. I pray for his peace & offer condolence to his family!”

Deeply saddened to learn about the demise of the living legend Farooq Nazki sahib. His literary brilliance & media presence were unparalleled. His contribution in the field of broadcasting and literature will have an everlasting impact on our cultural and literary treasure. I… pic.twitter.com/NdNPno0EaX

— Ghulam Nabi Azad (@ghulamnazad) February 6, 2024

Senior BJP leader Devender Singh Rana said, “Sad to know about the demise of Jenab Farooq Nazki Sahib a tall literary figure of J&K . I had the privilege of working with Nazki Sb very closely and it was a great learning experience. My Heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family n prayers that his soul RIP in Heaven.”

Sad to know about the demise of Jenab Farooq Nazki Sahib a tall literary figure of J&K . I had the privilege of working with Nazki Sb very closely and it was a great learning experience
My Heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family n prayers that his soul RIP in Heaven . pic.twitter.com/M4a6g1l7YZ

— Devender Singh Rana (@DevenderSRana) February 6, 2024