•  NC leadership disrespected Aga Ruhullah; appeals people to back Aga Mohsin for real development, change in Budgam 

JAMMU: BJP Jammu and Kashmir spokesman Altaf Thakur on Thursday launched a blistering attack on the National Conference (NC) and the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), alleging that the two parties have once again joined hands in a “fixed match” inside the Assembly.

“People of Jammu and Kashmir should now understand that the NC and PDP are bhai bhai. Their political rivalry is nothing but a stage drama meant to fool the public. When it comes to protecting their personal and political interests, they stand united,” Thakur said in a statement issued here.

He accused the NC leadership of showing “utter disrespect” towards Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi, calling him not only a political representative but also a revered religious leader. “Aga Ruhullah has always been respected across communities, but the way NC leadership treated him shows their arrogance and disregard for those who speak the truth,” Thakur said.

Appealing to the people of Budgam, Thakur urged them to reject traditional parties and vote for BJP candidate Aga Mohsin, whom he described as an honest, people-centric leader committed to progress and transparency. “Budgam deserves better. It’s time for real development, not hollow promises. I appeal to the people to give Aga Mohsin a chance and see the change BJP can bring,” he said.

Thakur further said that the upcoming elections will be a “battle between truth and deceit.” “The NC–PDP nexus has kept Budgam and other parts of Kashmir backward for decades. This election is the people’s chance to end that nexus once and for all,” he added.

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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