JAMMU: J&K BJP President Sat Sharma, along with Jammu North MLA Sham Lal Sharma, inaugurated the newly established jewellery showroom “Shree Jewellers” at Barnai, Jammu. The showroom is owned and managed by Sourav Suri and Nancy Suri, young entrepreneurs committed to delivering quality service to customers in the region.

Speaking at the inauguration, Sat Sharma congratulated the owners for their initiative and highlighted the importance of self-employment and entrepreneurial ventures in shaping the economic landscape of the Union Territory.

“The opening of such ventures is not just about business, it is about creating opportunities and livelihoods. Under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the government has been strongly promoting self-reliance and entrepreneurship. Schemes like Mudra Yojana, Startup India, and financial inclusion measures have empowered countless youths to become job creators rather than job seekers,” Sharma said.

He emphasized that initiatives like Shree Jewellers not only fulfill local consumer needs but also contribute to employment generation and economic vitality in the region.

“Establishments like this will employ many people locally, creating direct and indirect job opportunities. I urge our youth to step forward with innovative business ideas and explore the unexplored areas of regional economy,” he added.

Sham Lal Sharma termed entrepreneurship as the key to progress and prosperity. When local youth take the lead in setting up ventures like Shree Jewellers, they are not only creating jobs for others but also inspiring a culture of self-confidence and enterprise, he said and added that the Modi government’s policies are designed to back such young entrepreneurs with financial assistance, digital tools, and simplified regulatory procedures.

“We are witnessing a positive shift in Jammu’s economy with increasing participation from local business owners. I assure every budding entrepreneur that we are here to help, guide, and support them at every step,” he added.

Prominent BJP leaders present on the occasion included Ajay Vaid, J&K BJP Publicity Secretary, Raveesh Mengi, District General Secretary, Pankaj Padha, Mandal President, Suresh Khajuria, Ex-Municipal Chairman Kuldeep Singh, Surinder Gilli, Lovekesh Gondhi, and several other party activists. Owners Sourav and Nancy Suri expressed their gratitude for the overwhelming support and promised to uphold high standards of service and customer satisfaction at their new showroom.

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.

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