Hardline separatist leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani passed away after a prolonged illness at his Hyderpora residence in Srinagar late on Wednesday. He was 91.
Immediately after the news of his death was circulated, the local police teams beefed up security in and around Hyderpora area of Srinagar to contain a large gathering of his supporters.
Peoples Democratic Party Chief Mehbooba Mufti was among the first few politicians in Kashmir valley who confirmed the media reports of his death late in the evening.