JAMMU: Sham Lal Sharma, Vice-President, J&K BJP and MLA Jammu North, held a public darbar at the party headquarters in Trikuta Nagar, Jammu, to address the grievances of people from various parts of the region.

During the darbar, Sham Lal Sharma launched a scathing attack on the NC-led government, accusing it of failing to address the basic needs of the people. He expressed serious concern over the mismanagement of the Flood Control Department, especially after the recent heavy rains that led to widespread havoc including damaged roads & infrastructure, particularly near drains and khadds.

He further criticized the ongoing power crisis in the region, pointing out that frequent and unrelenting electricity cuts during peak summer and the rainy season. “Even areas with 100% metering are facing severe power outages. This clearly shows administrative failure and lack of planning,” he remarked and attributed it also to the ongoing agitation by daily wagers, severely impacting the delivery of essential public services.

A series of deputations from different localities presented a wide range of issues before the BJP leader. Residents of Trikuta Nagar highlighted the issue of pending bills and liabilities in the Mechanical Division Akhnoor, while locals from Raipur requested the installation of stone crates at a nearby khadd. A deputation from Ward 16, New Plot, demanded repair and installation of street lights, and people from Janipur complained about irregular drinking water supply. Land-related issues in Assarwan were raised by a deputation from Kallri Palwal, while residents of Karwanda demanded repair and blacktopping of their link road.

People from Samba requested the installation of Mark-II hand pumps along border roads, and those from Wazir Lane and Karan Nagar appealed for the construction and repair of drains and lanes. A deputation from Nagrota called for the introduction of e-bus services and installation of electric poles, while Muthi residents highlighted issues related to Aadhaar and Ration Cards. Gangyal residents brought up the issue of a non-functional tubewell, and a deputation from Baba Kailakh raised an issue concerning the Floriculture Department.

Public darbar was smoothly coordinated by Er. Dil Bahadur Jamwal, Incharge, Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, who facilitated effective communication between the public and party leadership.

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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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