JAMMU: On the occasion of Human Rights Day, the BJP Human Rights Cell, Jammu & Kashmir, organized a significant gathering at the High Court premises, Jammu, where a large number of advocates, social activists, party workers, and citizens assembled to reaffirm their commitment to the protection and promotion of human rights.

The programme was conducted under the guidance of Sh. Rajesh Thappa, Advocate, Convenor, BJP Human Rights Cell, and was attended by Sh. Sarfraz Hamid Rather, Advocate, Co-Convenor, Sh. Arvind Khajuria, along with several senior advocates, social activists, and party workers.

The gathering emphasized that human rights are inseparable from constitutional values, and that the dignity, liberty, and equality of every citizen must be safeguarded at all times. The presence of legal professionals at the High Court premises added symbolic strength to the resolve for justice and accountability.

Addressing the gathering, the BJP Human Rights Cell highlighted that the right to life, shelter, health, livelihood, and equality before law are fundamental rights guaranteed by the Constitution of India, and any neglect or violation of these rights must be firmly resisted.

Special reference was made to the recent hardships faced by the people due to natural calamities, displacement, and livelihood crises, emphasizing that disaster situations also raise serious human rights concerns which demand prompt and compassionate administrative action.

The BJP Human Rights Cell reaffirmed its commitment to:

Protect the rights of the vulnerable, marginalized, women, children, and elderly.

Raise its voice against injustice, abuse, and discrimination.

Promote public awareness about rights and duties to strengthen democracy.

Ensure that victims receive access to justice without fear or delay.

The programme concluded with a collective pledge to uphold the spirit of human rights and constitutional values in letter and spirit.

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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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