SAMBA: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Jammu and Kashmir President Sat Sharma (CA) visited the residence of the martyred Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Yog Raj Singh in Chak Mian, Samba, to offer heartfelt tributes and express solidarity with the bereaved family. ASI Yog Raj Singh attained martyrdom in the line of duty after being deliberately hit by a vehicle driven by bovine smugglers during a police Naka checking operation in Samba district.

J&K BJP General Secretary and MLA Dr. Devinder Kumar Manyal, MLA Dr. Rajiv Bhagat, District President Rinku Chaudhary, former Deputy Mayor Baldev Singh Billawaria, and several senior leaders of the party were also present on the occasion. Sat Sharma expressed deep anguish over the loss and conveyed his condolences to the grieving family. He said, "This is not just the loss of a family, but a loss to the entire nation. ASI Yog Raj Singh laid down his life while protecting society from criminal elements. The administration must take the harshest possible measures to dismantle the networks of bovine and drug smugglers operating in the region."

Sat Sharma further added that the BJP stands firmly with our forces and supports strict and swift action against those who pose a threat to peace and public order. "These smugglers are not just criminals; they are enemies of societal harmony and regional security."

Dr. Devinder Kumar Manyal said, "The sacrifice of ASI Yog Raj Singh will never be forgotten. His martyrdom will inspire people and other law enforcement personnel. Administration must take the strictest action under the existing laws for such crimes." Dr. Rajiv Bhagat stated, "We support a comprehensive strategy to eradicate smuggling mafias from the roots and ensure no such incident ever occurs again."

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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