Srinagar, JAMMU & KASHMIR :

Srinagar :

Veteran photojournalist Nisar Ahmed, who spent over three decades documenting the diverse and critical events in Kashmir, passed away on Wednesday. His legacy in capturing the region’s essence lives on through his work.

Survived by his wife, two sons, and a daughter, Ahmed was admitted to the SMHS hospital in Srinagar after his health worsened on Tuesday.

Ahmed, associated with the national daily The Hindu for the last thirty years, had been unwell for the last couple of years. His demise has prompted condolences from various journalists’ organizations and political parties.

“Nissar was a thorough photojournalist, capturing the turmoil and beauty of Kashmir through his lens until his last breath. His work has left an indelible mark on our hearts and in the annals of photojournalism. His legacy lives on through the countless images that tell the stories of heartbreaks, joy and beauty of the Valley,” The Hindu posted on X.

Before joining The Hindu as a Photojournalist, Ahmad spent most part of his life working for Kashmir’s local media.

Hundreds of people, including journalists, took part in the funeral of the deceased. Ahmad was buried amid sobs and tears at his ancestral graveyard in Natipora Srinagar. The mourning will be held for three days, with congregational Feteha Khawani on Friday.  

Meanwhile, the Kashmir Press Photographers Association (KPPA) has expressed grief over the death of senior photojournalist Nasir Ahmad.

In a statement, the KPPA said that Nisar’s passing away has left a vacuum in the photojournalistic circles of Kashmir. 

source: http://www.kashmirobserver.net / Kashmir Observer / Home> News> Media / by KO Web Desk / June 19th, 2024