JAMMU: Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and former State Secretary, Pawan Sharma, has strongly criticized the National Conference (NC) government and its leadership for making Urdu language proficiency mandatory in the recently advertised recruitment for the post of Naib Tehsildar. Sharma urged the Omar Abdullah Government to reassess the eligibility criteria for these posts.

Sharma asserted that imposing such a condition denies fair employment opportunities to deserving youth across Jammu and Kashmir, particularly those who are not well-versed in Urdu. He termed it a violation of constitutional rights, as it disregards the region’s linguistic diversity and the spirit of equality enshrined in the Constitution.

“Excluding capable candidates on the basis of language is not only discriminatory but also undermines the aspirations of thousands of unemployed youth,” said Sharma. “The BJP remains firmly committed to protecting the rights and interests of the youth of Jammu and Kashmir.”

Sharma demanded that the Omar Abdullah Government should reassess the eligibility criteria for Naib Tehsildar posts. He suggested that the government should consult with all stakeholders, including the public, to ensure that the recruitment process is fair, transparent, merit-based and justified.

harma emphasized that the BJP will continue to raise its voice for fairness and justice in the recruitment process. He urged the government to take immediate action to address the concerns raised by the party and ensure that the recruitment process for Naib Tehsildar posts is fair, transparent and justified.

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

       LOOK_HERE.jpg Esteemed readers, for your convenience, we have categorized our news publishing into following 👇

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here