AKHNOOR:  BJP President Sat Sharma today flagged off a convoy of devotees undertaking the sacred yatra to Baba Budha Amarnath Ji from the historic Kameshwar Mandir in Akhnoor. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from Sadhu Samaaj, pilgrims and party workers who gathered in large numbers to seek blessings before the spiritual journey to the revered shrine in Poonch.

Speaking on the occasion, Sat Sharma expressed deep reverence for the yatra and said, “Baba Budha Amarnath Ji Yatra is a symbol of our spiritual heritage and unity. It connects the people of different regions through faith, devotion, and cultural pride.” He added that the BJP government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi has ensured safe, secure, and smooth conduct of pilgrimages across Jammu & Kashmir, strengthening both religious tourism and local economies.

Mahant Rameshwar Das, DDC Chairman Bharat Bhushan, MLA Mohan Lal Bhagat, DDC Vice Chairman Suraj Singh, and District President Kuldeep Raj Sharma were also present during the flag-off ceremony, expressing their best wishes to the pilgrims. The event was conducted with full traditional fervor, chants, and blessings, marking yet another successful departure of the revered yatra from Akhnoor.

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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