KD NEWS SERVICE
SRINAGAR, June 10: A wave of grief has swept through Jammu and Kashmir’s medical community following the demise of renowned physician, academician, and former Head of the Department of Social and Preventive Medicine (SPM) at Government Medical College (GMC) Srinagar, Dr. Ghulam Mohammad Dhar. Widely respected for his contributions to medical education and public health, Dr. Dhar’s passing has been mourned by colleagues, students, and healthcare professionals across the region.
In a heartfelt condolence message, the Principal, Medical Superintendent, faculty members, and staff of SKIMS Medical College Hospital, Bemina, expressed profound sorrow over the loss of the distinguished medical professional. The institution described Dr. Dhar as a highly respected academician whose dedication to the medical profession left a lasting impact on generations of healthcare practitioners.
Dr. Dhar served as the former Head of the Department of Social and Preventive Medicine at GMC Srinagar, where he played a pivotal role in shaping public health education and mentoring countless medical students. Throughout his career, he was known for his commitment to community health, preventive medicine, and the advancement of medical knowledge in the region.
The condolence message issued by Prof. Fazalul Qadir Parray, Pricnipal SKIMS Medical College also highlighted Dr. Dhar’s personal legacy as the beloved father of Prof. (Dr.) Irfan Robbani, former Principal of SKIMS Medical College, Bemina. The institution acknowledged the immense loss suffered by the bereaved family and extended its deepest sympathies during this difficult time.
“Dr. Dhar’s contributions to medical education and healthcare will be remembered with gratitude and respect. His life was marked by service, knowledge, and dedication to the well-being of society,” members of the medical fraternity said while remembering the veteran physician.
Offering prayers for the departed soul, SKIMS Medical College prayed that Almighty Allah grants Dr. Dhar the highest place in Jannah and blesses his family with strength, courage, and patience to bear the irreparable loss. The institution reiterated its solidarity with the bereaved family, assuring them of its support and prayers.
The passing of Dr. Ghulam Mohammad Dhar marks the end of an era for many in Jammu and Kashmir’s healthcare and academic sectors. Former colleagues and students have remembered him as a compassionate teacher, an inspiring mentor, and a dedicated public health expert whose influence extended far beyond the classroom and hospital corridors.
As tributes continue to pour in from across the medical community, Dr. Dhar’s legacy of service, scholarship, and commitment to healthcare will remain an enduring source of inspiration for future generations.
