Srinagar, Aug 27 (GNS): Gazanfar Ali, former Commissioner of Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) and senior KAS officer, passed away on Thursday.
Sources told GNS that Ali breathed his last this afternoon after a brief illness. He was residing in Srinagar.
A seasoned administrator, Gazanfar Ali held several key positions during his service career, including Commissioner SMC, where he was widely appreciated for his efforts to streamline civic services and urban governance in Srinagar city. He also served as Additional Deputy Commissioner and in various other departments of the J&K administration.
Known as a soft-spoken and upright officer, Ali earned respect among colleagues and the general public for his people-friendly approach and dedication to public service.
Soon after the news of his demise spread, condolences started pouring in from different quarters. Several serving and retired officers, political leaders and civil society members expressed grief over his death and termed it a big loss to the administrative fraternity.
They prayed for eternal peace to the departed soul and strength to the bereaved family to bear the irreparable loss.
Meanwhile, family sources said the Nimaz-e-Janaza and last rites will be held at his native graveyard, with details to be shared shortly.(GNS)
