• Congress exposed for MGNREGA corruption; CM Omar Abdullah’s Budget disappoints J&K aspiration 

KISHTWAR: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Kishtwar, today organised the VB–G RAM G Sammelan at the District Headquarters, Kishtwar, under the dynamic leadership of BJP District President Ravi Parihar. The programme was aimed at strengthening grassroots democracy, empowering village-level leadership, and ensuring effective implementation of government welfare schemes at the last mile.

Pawan Sharma, BJP Senior Leader and State Secretary, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Addressing the gathering, he highlighted the visionary and decisive leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, under whose guidance India has witnessed a historic transformation in governance, development, and social empowerment.

Pawan Sharma said that Prime Minister Modi’s guiding mantra of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, Sabka Prayas” has ensured inclusive governance that reaches the poorest of the poor. He described the VB–G RAM G Abhiyaan as a powerful reflection of PM Modi’s unwavering commitment to strengthening villages, empowering local representatives, and realising the dream of a self-reliant and Viksit Bharat.

He further emphasised that the Modi government’s focus on transparency, accountability, and corruption-free governance has restored public faith in democratic institutions and accelerated development in remote and hilly regions like Kishtwar.

Taking a strong dig at the Congress party, Shri Pawan Sharma said that Congress has defamed the sacred name of Mahatma Gandhi by indulging in massive corruption under schemes named after him, particularly MGNREGA. He stated that while Mahatma Gandhi stood for honesty, dignity of labour, and rural upliftment, Congress leaders shamelessly converted MGNREGA into a symbol of scams, fake job cards, and loot of public money.

He also launched a scathing attack on Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, stating that the recently presented Jammu & Kashmir Budget has completely disappointed the aspirations of the people. He said the budget lacks vision, direction, and concrete provisions for youth employment, rural development, infrastructure, and economic revival, exposing the failure of the present government to address the real issues of the common man.

Prominent BJP leaders present on the occasion included Rajkumar Badyal, BJP State Executive Member; Suresh Sharma, District Convenor VB–G RAM G Abhiyaan; Kishori Lal Shan, BDC; Seema Bhagat, District Vice President; Ashish Sharma, District Vice President; Altaf Khatana, District President Morcha; Mudasar Ahanger, District President OBC Morcha; Santosh Bhandari, District President Kissan Morcha; and Subhash Kumar, State Secretary Kissan Morcha.

Speaking on the occasion, District President Ravi Parihar lauded the dedication and discipline of BJP workers and said that the party’s greatest strength lies in its committed cadre and strong organisational structure inspired by the leadership and ideology of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He reiterated BJP’s resolve to connect every eligible citizen with government welfare schemes and ensure their transparent and effective implementation at the grassroots level.

The speakers collectively resolved to intensify public outreach programmes, strengthen booth-level organisation, and work relentlessly to fulfil PM Modi’s vision of a Viksit Bharat through empowered villages, strong local institutions, and responsible citizenship.

The VB–G RAM G Sammelan concluded with a vote of thanks and a renewed pledge by party workers to serve the people of Kishtwar with dedication, integrity, and unwavering commitment.

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.

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