SRINAGAR: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) felicitated the participants of “Swadeshi Mela” to encourage the persons involved in indigenous enterprise and grassroots economic empowerment with the aim of “vocal for Local” at the party’s District Office, Srinagar.

Ashok Koul, General Secretary (Organization), BJP J&K, accompanied by BJP State General Secretary Anwar Khan, State Secretary Arif Raja, All Cells Co-Incharge Bilal Parray, District President BJP Srinagar Advocate Sheikh Salman, and other senior party leaders felicitated the participants of “Swadeshi Mela” programme held recently at Srinagar.

The participants of “Swadeshi Mela” were felicitated for showcasing locally manufactured and traditional products by setting up stalls, as a mark of recognition for their contribution to strengthening the local economy and preserving indigenous skills.

Addressing the participants, Ashok Koul emphasized that the “Vocal for Local” campaign is a core pillar of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat, which seeks to make India self-reliant by empowering local producers and small entrepreneurs. He said that supporting local artisans is not merely an economic initiative but also a social responsibility to preserve traditional crafts, generate employment, and ensure sustainable development at the grassroots level. He reiterated BJP’s firm commitment to creating platforms that provide visibility, market access, and encouragement to local talent, particularly in Jammu & Kashmir.

Following the felicitation programme, Ashok Koul chaired an organizational review meeting with BJP Srinagar district and constituency presidents. The meeting was attended by Anwar Khan, Arif Raja, Bilal Parray, Advocate Sheikh Salman, district office bearers, constituency presidents, and Morcha presidents. Detailed discussions were held on organizational strengthening, public outreach, and addressing key public welfare issues.

Ashok Koul, addressing the meeting, focused on strengthening the organizational structure at the ground level. He stressed the need for disciplined cadre-building, regular meetings at booth and Mandal levels, and sustained outreach programmes. He reviewed the organizational work carried out in recent months and held detailed discussions on upcoming party programmes in Srinagar district

Anwar Khan stressed the party functionaries to remain closely connected with the people, proactively address local concerns, and effectively communicate the achievements and policies of the BJP-led government.

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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.

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