JAMMU: BJP Minority Morcha, under the leadership of its President Sardar Ranjodh Singh Nalwa, paid rich tributes to Bharat Ratna and former President of India, Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam at the BJP Headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu. J&K BJP President Sat Sharma, General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, National Vice President Minority Morcha Shri Ajmal Zaidi, General Secretary Baldev Singh Billawaria, and MLA Vikram Randhawa, among others.

Sat Sharma led the tributes and described Dr. Kalam as “a true son of India who continues to inspire generations with his humility, intellect, and patriotism.” He said, “Dr. Kalam's life is a shining example of how knowledge, simplicity, and dedication can uplift a nation. We remember him today not just as a former President but as the 'People’s President' who earned the love and respect of every Indian.”

Ashok Koul, General Secretary (Organization), said Dr. Kalam’s life journey, from a newspaper boy to India’s Missile Man and President epitomizes the essence of New India. “He stood for innovation, youth empowerment, and national pride. His ideals align closely with the vision of our party,” Koul added. Ajmal Zaidi, National Vice President of the BJP Minority Morcha, highlighted Dr. Kalam’s inclusive vision. “He believed in unity beyond caste, religion, or region. Today, as we remember him, we must also commit ourselves to build a society where every Indian feels empowered.”

On the occasion, a felicitation ceremony was held to honour Sardar Ranjodh Singh Nalwa on his reappointment as the State President of the BJP Minority Morcha (JKUT). Senior Morcha leaders and enthusiastic activists from across the region joined in to celebrate the moment. Addressing the gathering, Sat Sharma lauded Nalwa’s relentless efforts in expanding the party’s base among minority communities and said, “Nalwa ji’s energy and dedication during the recent elections significantly contributed to our organizational success.”

Ashok Koul appreciated Nalwa’s grassroots connect and strategic approach, which earned him the title for consecutive term. Ajmal Zaidi said that Nalwa, with his leadership has effectively carried party policies to the minorities across the region. In his address, Ranjodh Singh Nalwa expressed gratitude to the party leadership for their continued faith and reaffirmed his commitment to serve the organization with full dedication. “I will strive to strengthen BJP’s reach among all sections of society and uphold the ideals of our great nation,” he said. The event concluded on a patriotic note, with a collective pledge to carry forward the mission of the BJP with unity and determination.

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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