JAMMU: Senior BJP leader and former State Secretary of Jammu & Kashmir, Pawan Sharma, has raised serious concerns over the exploitative practices being adopted by several private schools across the Union Territory during the current admission season.

Sharma condemned the imposition of exorbitant fees under various unjustified categories such as building maintenance, development charges, and transportation fees, calling them an unnecessary burden on already stretched household budgets. “These additional charges go beyond reasonable limits and exploit the aspirations of parents who seek quality education for their children,” he stated.

He further highlighted the concerning trend of some schools disguising the full admission fee as an "annual charge", thereby bypassing regulatory scrutiny. Sharma also pointed to unethical collusion between certain schools and select stationery vendors and uniform sellers. “Parents are being forced to purchase books, uniforms, and other materials from specific shops, limiting their choice and inflating costs unnecessarily,” he added.

Calling for immediate intervention by the concerned authorities, Sharma urged the administration to ensure transparency, accountability, and strict regulation of school fee structures and associated practices. He reaffirmed the BJP’s commitment to standing with parents and promoting a fair, accessible, and quality education system in Jammu and Kashmir.

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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