• Lawmakers should play positive role in impending Assembly Session: Rattan Lal Gupta

JAMMU: Mr Ajay Kumar Sadhotra former minister and Additional General Secretary JKNC said in his address, stating that the Central Government has consistently failed to address the concerns of J&K’s youth. He pointed out that hollow policies and lack of employment opportunities over the last decade have severely impacted the future of young people in the region.

Ajay Kumar Sadhotra further added that the present government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, is committed to reversing this trend by implementing policies that will generate employment and boost economic growth. He called upon the newly inducted members to work with dedication and spread the party’s vision among the masses. He reaffirmed the commitment of party leadership to fighting for the rights of the people and ensuring holistic development in Jammu and Kashmir.

The senior NC leader was speaking during a joining programme held at Sher-e-Kashmir Bhawan, Jammu. The joining programme was organized under the leadership of Tejinder Pal Singh Aman, Provincial President Jammu Province YNC in which several enthusiastic youth joined the party fold.

Speaking on the occasion, Rattan Lal Gupta Provincial President Jammu Province JKNC stressed that the upcoming session is an opportunity for lawmakers to raise pressing public issues, including unemployment, economic distress, plight of farmers, existing industries, etc. He urged all political parties to focus on policy-driven debates for the benefit and wellbeing of the people as the upcoming session of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, convening after a period of seven years, holds immense significance for the people of Jammu and Kashmir, who have high expectations from their elected representatives.

Rattan Lal Gupta further assured that the National Conference government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, is committed to presenting a people-friendly budget that will directly address the concerns of the youth, unemployed population, farmers, industrial sector, focusing to health and education sectors and would cover all sections of the society as well as business community. He reiterated that the National Conference has always worked for the welfare of the people and will continue to prioritize their needs.

Welcoming the new entrants, Sardar Tejinder Singh Aman Provincial President Jammu Province YNC urged them to work diligently for strengthening the Party’s base at the grassroots level. He highlighted that youth play a crucial role in shaping the future of J&K and must be active participants in the democratic process. Among those who joined the party fold namely:  Ravi Kumar social worker and President of Matador Union Ramnagar, Abdul Razaq Banday and Irshad Ahmad, Youth leaders of Ramnagar.  

Those who were present on the occasion included: Ayub Malik Provincial Secretary Jammu, Jugal Mahajan Treasurer, Th. Yashu Vardhan Singh Additional Spokesperson Jammu, Rakesh Singh Raka Vice President  Central Zone, S. Gurnam Singh Block President Jammu West, Akash Kharka District President Udhampur Rural YNC,  Mohinder Kumar Rana Joint Secretary Central Zone, Jaseen Malik, Nitish Gowsami, Mudit Seth, Sunil Sharma, Uttam Singh and others.  

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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