BJP’s Surankote Candidate Mushtaq Bukhari Passes Away at 75
BJP’s candidate for the Surankote Assembly Constituency in Jammu and Kashmir, Mushtaq Bukhari, passed away at the age of 75 on Wednesday morning after suffering a heart attack.
Bukhari had been battling health issues for some time before his sudden demise. He is survived by his wife, two daughters, and a son.
BJP Candidate Dies Days After Assembly Polls
Bukhari’s death comes just days after the second phase of voting in Surankote, which took place on September 25 as part of the ongoing Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections. His unexpected passing has left a void in the party’s campaign efforts and has cast a shadow over the elections in the region.
Condolences Pour In
Jammu and Kashmir BJP president Ravinder Raina expressed his deep condolences over the passing of Bukhari, describing it as an “irreparable loss” to the entire society in Rajouri and Poonch districts. Sharing his thoughts on social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter), Raina wrote, “Shocked & deeply pained to hear about the demise of a Political Stalwart and BJP Candidate from Surankote Assembly Constituency Jenab #Sayeed_Mushtaq_Bukhari Sahib. This is an irreparable loss for the whole of society in Rajouri & Poonch. I express my heartfelt condolences.”
A Dedicated Public Servant
Mushtaq Bukhari was known for his commitment to public service and his efforts to address the concerns of his constituency. His passing has been met with grief from both the political fraternity and the people of Surankote, who regarded him as a dedicated leader.
The BJP is yet to announce its next steps for the Surankote Assembly seat, and a decision on whether to field a new candidate in light of Bukhari’s demise is expected soon. Meanwhile, the Election Commission is likely to review the situation and determine the impact of Bukhari’s passing on the ongoing election process.
The demise of Mushtaq Bukhari marks a significant loss for the BJP and the region as the party navigates through the final phases of the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly elections.
