A prominent trade union leader and noted Kashmiri Pandit, Sampat Prakash passed away on Saturday due to a massive heart attack. Prakash was a prominent Kashmiri Pandit and a respected trade union leader. His life and contributions have left an indelible mark on the community and the labour movement in India. Prakash was born on March 10, 1931, in Anantnag. Growing up, he was exposed to the rich cultural and intellectual heritage of Kashmir, which laid the foundation for his later activism and advocacy. In the late 1980s, Kashmir witnessed a surge in violence, leading to the mass displacement of Kashmiri Pandits from the region. Despite facing immense hardship and the trauma of displacement, Prakash emerged as a resilient and determined leader for the cause of Kashmiri Pandits. He dedicated himself to raising awareness about the plight of his community and advocating for their rights. He became an integral part of the Panun Kashmir, a body of Kashmiri Pandits that aims to establish a separate homeland for the community in Kashmir. Alongside his activism for the Kashmiri Pandit cause, Prakash also played a pivotal role in the trade union movement. His work as a trade union leader focused on advocating for the rights and welfare of workers, particularly those in the cooperative sector. He fought for better working conditions, fair wages, and improved social security measures for the labour force. His dedication and commitment to the trade union movement led to him be