JAMMU: On the occasion of Vijayadashami, which also marks the birthdays of Mahatma Gandhi and former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri, Anil Sharma, President of the All Jammu and Kashmir Panchayat Conference (AJKPC), paid tributes to the leaders at the AJKPC headquarters in Jammu. Several local media representatives attended the programme. 

Sharma remembered Gandhi for his teachings of honesty and non-violence, and Shastri for inspiring the nation with the slogan “Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan.” He also mentioned Lord Ram, who went to the forest but kept his promises, showing dedication and truthfulness. He said celebrating all three together reminds everyone of honesty, hard work, and serving society. 

A large number of youth from Nagrota Assembly constituency, along with other local people, took part in the programme. Sharma encouraged young people to take the lead in working for villages, farmers, students, and overall development. “The future of the country depends on young people who work sincerely and help society,” he said. 

About the upcoming Nagrota assembly elections, Sharma said he will contest without any doubt. He added that AJKPC has always worked for the nation and youth, and despite threats, its members never compromised on national interest. When asked about recent interviews of CM Omar Abdullah on political matters, Sharma avoided a direct answer, saying it is too early to judge the government after just 12 months. 

He said that action matters more than words and asked everyone to focus on solving local problems and improving services. The programme ended with a call for people to work together for real development in Jammu and Kashmir.

In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
A Profound Loss: JK Monitor Mourns the Passing of Founding Chairman Dr. Priya Ranjan

We at JK Monitor are profoundly saddened by the sudden demise of our Founding Chairman, Dr. Priya Ranjan.IN LOVING MEMORY Dr Priya Ranjan

A brilliant mind who studied at Netarhat Residential School and graduated in Electrical Engineering from IIT Kharagpur before earning his PhD from the University of Maryland, Dr. Ranjan chose to return to India and dedicate his life to teaching, research and social good.

His pioneering work in networked systems, AI, robotics and biomedical applications—especially computer-vision tools for early detection of cancer and heart disease—reflected his deep belief that advanced technology must serve humanity.

For more than 15 years at JK Monitor, he remained a loyal friend, mentor and collaborator, marked by rare humility, intellectual integrity and quiet generosity. His passing leaves a void that cannot be filled. Priya, you will be deeply missed. Your life continues to remind us that knowledge finds its highest purpose in the service of others.

— Team JK Monitor

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