Shahabuddin shot to further prominence during the Ramjanmabhoomi movement as he remained at the forefront of the movement from the Muslims' side. In a message, Ansari said: "Syed Shahabuddin was a man of deep convictions, he pursued issues that were dear to him with great tenacity and determination." "I am deeply saddened to learn of the demise of renowned political leader, scholar, diplomat and former parliamentarian Shahabuddin," Ansari said, adding that passing away is a personal loss as Shahabuddin was his friend. "My condolence to the family of Syed Shahabuddin Saheb IFS and Ex-MP. Bharatiya Janata Party leader Subramanian Swamy in a tweet, said: "Sorrow at my dear friend Syed Shahabuddin's death this morning.

Source: bd News24 March 04, 2017 16:25 UTC