JAMMU: Former J&K Deputy Chief Minister Mangat Ram Sharma, who died yesterday, was cremated here today.
Sharma was cremated at Shastri Nagar crematorium in the presence of the people from all walks of life, including leadership of various political parties, State Congress spokesman Ravinder Sharma said.
Congress leaders, including Gulam Nabi Azad and G A Mir, besides State BJP Chief Sat Sharma, were also present.
The opposition National Conference (NC) batted for a State funeral for him as he had been the Speaker of the State Legislative Assembly, however, the Government did not concede it. (AGENCIES)
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