BUDGAM: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Jammu & Kashmir organized a massive public rally at Budgam in support of its candidate for the Budgam Assembly Constituency bye-election, Aga Syed Mohsin. The rally witnessed huge participation from all sections of society, reflecting the growing popularity and trust of the people in the BJP’s development-oriented policies and inclusive vision.

The event was addressed by J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, former J&K BJP President Ravinder Raina, party General Secretary Anwar Khan, and BJP candidate Aga Syed Mohsin, besides other senior leaders and workers. J&K BJP Secretaries Mudasir Wani and Arif Raja, Dr. Ali Mohammad Mir, District President Hakeem Ruhalla Gazi, DDC Member Er. Aijaz Hussain, and several other prominent party functionaries were also present.

Speaking on the occasion, Ashok Koul said that Budgam is witnessing a new wave of political awakening as people are now determined to support a party that delivers on its promises. “BJP has always stood for peace, development, and empowerment of the common man. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Jammu and Kashmir has entered a new era of progress. The people of Budgam are ready to join this transformation by electing Aga Syed Mohsin,” he stated.

Ravinder Raina, in his address, said that the unprecedented response at the rally reflects the people’s faith in the BJP’s policies of justice, equality, and transparent governance. “The politics of discrimination and dynastic rule has come to an end. Today, the youth, women, and marginalized communities see BJP as their own party, a party that listens and delivers,” he said and added that the BJP’s aim is to ensure peace and prosperity in every corner of Jammu and Kashmir.

Aga Syed Mohsin expressed gratitude to the people for their overwhelming support and assured them of honest, accountable, and people-centric leadership. “My commitment is to serve every household of Budgam, irrespective of religion or region. Together, we will make Budgam a model constituency of development and harmony,” he said.

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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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