• Unity is the foundation of India’s strength and progress: Sat Sharma

JAMMU: Marking the 150th Birth Anniversary of Iron Man of India, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Jammu & Kashmir Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), took out Unity Marches at District level across Jammu & Kashmir., in which BJP leaders, party cadre, prominent civil society members, and common people participated in massive numbers.

J&K BJP led by its President and Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) Sat Sharma (CA), organized a grand “Unity March” in Jammu. The march began from Vikram Chowk, passed through KC Chowk, main markets, and prominent roads, and culminated near the Press Club, Jammu, symbolizing the message of national integration and collective strength.

The Unity March was organized as part of the nationwide “Sardar@150 – Unity March” campaign, commemorating Patel’s monumental contribution in uniting over 560 princely states into one sovereign India. The event was managed by Baldev Singh Billawaria, J&K BJP General Secretary and J&K Incharge of the Unity March, along with Rajiv Charak, BJP Vice-President and Jammu Lok Sabha Incharge for Sardar@150 Unity March.

Ashok Koul, General Secretary (organization), J&K BJP, ⁠Dr Narinder Singh, National Secretary, BJP & MLA, Priya Sethi, & Rekha Mahajan, Vice Presidents, ⁠Sanjita Dogra, General Secretary, Rajesh Gupta & Naresh Jasrotia District Presidents, BJYM President Arun Parbhat, OBC Morcha President Brahamjyot, Minority Morcha President Ranjodh Singh Nalwa, Anil Masoom, Convenor Jammu, Sardar @150 Unity March were among the prominent who participated in the run.

Addressing the gathering, Sat Sharma said that Sardar Patel was not only the architect of India’s political integration but also the embodiment of firm resolve and selfless service to the nation. He said that the idea of unity propagated by Sardar Patel is the soul of our nation. He said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the BJP government is carrying forward his vision by strengthening national integrity and awakening the spirit of ‘Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat’ among the people, especially the youth. He stressed that unity is the cornerstone of national progress, development, and security, and every citizen must play an active role in the nation-building process within their own sphere of life.

Ashok Koul stated that BJP is committed to taking Sardar Patel’s message of unity and integrity to the grassroots level. He added that it is the responsibility of every activist to promote harmony, discipline, and collective effort for a stronger India.

Dr. Narinder Singh highlighted that the Modi government’s initiatives from abrogation of Article 370 to national-level development programs are inspired by Patel’s dream of a united and strong India.

Baldev Singh Billawaria said that the Unity March is a reminder that India’s strength lies in its diversity and collective spirit. He urged the youth to carry the message of unity to every household and to contribute positively to society and the nation.

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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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