JAMMU: Sunil Prajapati, State President of BJP OBC Morcha, Jammu & Kashmir, has strongly welcomed the historic decision of the Modi Government to conduct a nationwide caste census — the first since independence — calling it a bold, inclusive, and transformative step toward building a more just and equitable India.

Prajapati said this initiative will uncover the real social structure of the nation, enabling accurate, data-driven policies for all communities — including OBCs, Scheduled Castes (SCs), Scheduled Tribes (STs), Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), and underserved groups within the general category.

He strongly criticized the Congress and National Conference for decades of manipulation and injustice in Jammu & Kashmir, saying, “These parties consistently denied constitutional rights to large sections of society, especially OBCs, and diverted their rightful share to other groups for political benefits.”

Prajapati highlighted that it was only under the leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji that OBC status was officially granted to Jammu & Kashmir in December 2023, following the abrogation of Article 370 — a historic step no previous government dared to take.

He emphasized that the caste census will serve as the foundation for reforming reservation policies, improving welfare distribution, and ensuring fair political representation through the delimitation process. "This is not about caste politics — this is about truth, justice, and equal opportunity. The Modi Government is correcting historic wrongs and laying the foundation for a more inclusive future," said Prajapati.

He extended his gratitude to PM Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah for their courage and vision, and assured full support from the BJP OBC Morcha, Jammu & Kashmir, in creating awareness and ensuring every section of society benefits from this milestone initiative.

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.

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