JAMMU: As part of the ‘Atal Smriti Varsh’ campaign, the Jammu & Kashmir Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) paid heartfelt tributes to former Prime Minister and Bharat Ratna Late Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ji by cleaning and garlanding his statue at Atal Chowk near Ambphalla, Jammu.
Recalling the visionary leadership, unwavering nationalism, and lifelong dedication of Atal Ji to the nation, the tribute was led by J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, along with General Secretary Gopal Mahajan, BJP Spokesperson Adv. Purnima Sharma, District President Jammu Adv. Rajesh Gupta, Parmod Kapahi, Subhash Gupta, Suneet Raina, and other senior party leaders and workers. Floral tributes were offered to the statue as a mark of respect. The programme was organized by Adv. Purnima Sharma.
Speaking on the occasion, Ashok Koul said that under the observance of Atal Smriti Varsh, the BJP has launched a nationwide campaign to remember and honour the invaluable contributions and enduring legacy of Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ji through a series of programmes. He informed that these activities will formally commence from Sushasan Diwas on December 25, 2025. As part of the initiative, BJP leaders are cleaning statues and busts in their surroundings, including those of Atal Ji, and paying floral tributes to him.
Ashok Koul further added that Atal Smriti Sammelans are also being organized at the Assembly Constituency level across Jammu & Kashmir to spread awareness about Atal Ji’s ideals, vision, and contributions to the nation.


