Rather described him as an epitome of the state's pluralistic ethos, communal harmony and brotherhood.
The minister said the tallest leader of Kashmir, who was also popularly known as 'Asia Ka Buland Sitara-Sher-i-Kashmir Hamara' fought throughout his life for the uplift of poorest of poor.
Rather said the best way to offer tributes to him was to work for accomplishment of his mission for the 'Naya Kashmir'.
Abdullah was also remembered at the Sher