JAMMU: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Kunjwani Mandal activists organized a public outreach program at ward 55, Deeli, in R.S. Pura–Jammu South Assembly constituency. The program was led by BJP Jammu & Kashmir General Secretary and former Deputy Mayor of Jammu, Baldev Singh Billawaria. During the outreach, Billawaria interacted directly with local residents, party workers, and local leaders, listening to their concerns and suggestions. Addressing the gathering, he said that the primary objective of such public contact programs is to establish direct engagement with the people and understand issues at the grassroots level.

During the program, local citizens raised several important issues related to area development, strengthening of infrastructure, and improvement of civic amenities. Billawaria assured them that a detailed report of all pending and stalled development works in the area would be immediately brought to the notice of the sitting MLA, Dr. Narinder Singh, so that these works could be completed on a priority basis. He said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, development works have gained momentum across the country. He also assured that Jammu Lok Sabha MP Jugal Kishore Sharma would be informed about the issues so that balanced and equitable development could be ensured in every part of Jammu.

People of the area also informed Billawaria about the serious problems arising from unannounced and irregular power cuts. They stated that frequent and unscheduled power outages were severely affecting daily life. Billawaria listened to these concerns seriously and assured the public that the issue would be taken up on priority and all possible efforts would be made to ensure regular power supply. He reiterated that BJP is fully committed to resolving public grievances and that unannounced power cuts are unacceptable under any circumstances.

Billawaria said that the Omar Abdullah-led government, which had promised 200 units of free electricity during elections, has completely failed to ensure even minimum power supply during the winter season. He termed this as clear evidence of the government’s insensitivity, inefficiency, and administrative failure. He stated, “BJP believes in transparent governance and effective implementation of schemes, and the voice of the people is our top priority.” He further said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the central government has launched numerous schemes for every section of society, and through outreach programs, information about these schemes is reaching citizens effectively.

Billawaria appealed to party activists to remain actively engaged with the public and to spread awareness about government schemes from door to door so that maximum people can benefit from them. Prominent among those present on the occasion were Rajinder Chib (Popi), Ashok Sharma, Suman Raina, Varun Chadhak, Romesh Sharma, Bodh Raj, and other senior party members.

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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