The
Vice President of India, Shri M. Hamid
Ansari has deeply condoled the passing
away of Dr. Asghar Ali Engineer, the renowned scholar and social
activist. In his condolence message, he has said that in his lifetime, through
outstanding scholarship and activism, Dr. Engineer championed the cause of
peace, non-violence and communal harmony. His valuable contribution towards
promoting secularism and interfaith harmony are particularly noteworthy. His
liberal, rational views, based on his deep understanding of Islam and Islamic
jurisprudence, are most pertinent in our times.
Following is the text of Vice
President’s condolence message :
“I am deeply saddened at the passing
away of Dr. Asghar Ali Engineer, the renowned scholar
and social activist.
In his lifetime, through outstanding
scholarship and activism, Dr. Engineer championed the cause of peace,
non-violence and communal harmony. His valuable contribution towards promoting
secularism and interfaith harmony are particularly noteworthy. His liberal,
rational views, based on his deep understanding of Islam and Islamic
jurisprudence, are most pertinent in our times.
I convey my heartfelt condolences to
the members of the bereaved family. I pray to the Almighty to give them
strength and fortitude to withstand this loss.”
