JAMMU: On the gracious invitation of the Jammu & Kashmir Waqf Board, senior BJP leader Rajeev Charak had the privilege of participating in the Annual Urs Mubarak of Hazrat Peer Baba Budhan Ali Shah (RA), held at the revered shrine in Satwari, Jammu. Mr. Charak visited the holy dargah and received blessings during this spiritually enriching occasion.

Charak expressed deep gratitude to Dr. Darakhshan Andrabi, Hon’ble Chairperson of the J&K Waqf Board, for the warmth, hospitality, and respect extended to him during the event. The Urs witnessed a large number of devotees coming together to pay homage to the revered saint, creating an atmosphere of devotion, unity, and spiritual upliftment.

While addressing the gathering, Mr. Charak drew the attention of Dr. Andrabi to several key issues related to religious infrastructure. He urged the Waqf Board to initiate development work at the Shahi Masjid and the adjoining graveyard at Bahu Fort, Jammu. Additionally, he brought up the concern regarding a mosque in New Colony, Bahu Fort, which was earlier registered with the Waqf Board. The monthly honorarium of the mosque's Imam has reportedly been discontinued, and he requested that it be reinstated promptly.

Responding with concern and commitment, Dr. Darakhshan Andrabi immediately directed the Administrator of the Jammu Waqf Board and all relevant officials to visit the sites, assess the current status, and ensure the development work begins without delay.

On this sacred occasion, Mr. Rajeev Charak extended heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all devotees, praying that the divine blessings of Baba Budhan Ali Shah (RA) continue to inspire peace, spiritual strength, and brotherhood across all communities.

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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