Srinagar, J&K: The political landscape of Jammu and Kashmir witnessed a moment of unity and respect as condolences poured in over the sudden passing of BJP MLA Devendra Singh Rana. In a heartfelt message, National Conference (NC) President Farooq Abdullah expressed his sorrow over the loss of his former colleague, reflecting on the warmth of their relationship despite Rana’s departure from the NC in 2021.
“Devendra was a wise man,” said Abdullah, paying tribute to the BJP MLA. “We had good relations with him, but in 2021, he left the National Conference. We never made any statement against him. Death is inevitable and it spares no one. Whoever has come has to go.” His words resonated with a sense of acceptance and reverence for the inevitability of life’s end.
Abdullah extended his support and empathy to Rana’s grieving family, offering his prayers for their strength during this challenging time. “May God give courage to his family to bear this shock,” he added. Highlighting his long-standing association with Rana’s family, Abdullah emphasized the National Conference’s solidarity with them, stating, “We have been associated with his family for a long time… We are with them in this grief.”
Devendra Singh Rana, once a prominent leader in the National Conference, played a significant role in J&K’s politics before joining the BJP. His demise marks a somber moment for his supporters and colleagues across party lines, with Abdullah’s words capturing the sentiment of loss shared by many in the region.
