Handicrafts & Handloom, Kashmir, comes together to grieve loss of its former Director, Gazanfar Ali

SRINAGAR : The Directorate of Handicrafts & Handloom, Kashmir, today held a condolence meeting to mourn the death of Gazanfar Ali, former Director, Handicrafts, who passed away on Thursday night in Srinagar.
Officers and officials of the Directorate attended the meeting, expressing deep grief over his demise. Participants prayed for the eternal peace of the departed soul and conveyed their heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family.
Recalling his distinguished service, attendees remembered Sh. Gazanfar Ali’s tenure in the Handicrafts Department for his friendly and caring nature. They also acknowledged his role in strengthening the sector’s institutional framework, noting his professional conduct and dedication as key parts of his legacy.
The meeting observed that his passing is a loss not just to his family and friends, but to all who worked with him.
Speaking on the occasion, the Director, Handicrafts & Handloom, Kashmir, expressed deep anguish over the loss, saying Gazanfar Ali Sahib would be remembered for his dedicated service, professional integrity and commitment. He noted that his contribution to public service and the promotion of traditional crafts would remain part of the department’s institutional memory, and conveyed his condolences to the family, praying for strength to bear this irreparable loss.
Directorate stands with the bereaved family in this difficult hour, sharing in their grief.