JAMMU: Sham Lal Sharma, J&K BJP vice-president and MLA, and Mohan Lal Bhagat, MLA listened to the public grievances in a public darbar held at party Headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu. Around two dozen deputations visited BJP headquarters, to share their issues with the party’s senior leader.

Among other issues, a deputation from Karan Nagar, requested new streetlights at extension Karan Nagar, Jammu. A deputation from Raipur, Bantalab requested for repair of transformer. Another deputation form Raipur requested for lanes/drains repair and fencing of cremation ground. A deputation from ward 63 apprised about the scarcity of water. A deputation form Jourian requested regarding an issue of Labour Commissioner’s office. A deputation from Lalle Da Bagh requested for construction of street. A deputation from Mohalla Rajouri Line requested for repair of road. 

A deputation from Mishriwala requested for repai of street lights. A deputation from Pandorian, Tubel requested for issuing new street lights and for the issue of electric poles. A deputation from Janipur Old apprised regarding the issues of felling of trees at government middle school. A deputation from Akhnoor requested for the construction of link road Sungal. A deputation from RS Pura requested for the blacktopping of road.

While addressing the deputations, Sham Lal Sharma reflected upon the commitment of BJP to stand besides the public in their even and odd. He said that the growing trust of the people in BJP’s leadership is reflected in the increasing number of public delegations visiting the party office. He assured that the concerns raised will be taken up with the relevant departments for early resolution. He further reiterated that the core aim of such public interactions is to provide relief to the underprivileged, marginalized, and needy sections of society.

MLA Mohan Lal Bhagat, in his address, emphasized that the Modi-led government has established a legacy of good governance and transparency by working at the grassroots level. He termed the BJP as a social force, and not just a political organization. He said that BJP activists are committed to public service, and their tireless efforts have been witnessed in their relentless services to the shelling-affected population. Er. Dil Bahadur Singh Jamwal, Incharge of the BJP Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, conducted the Public Darbar proceedings.

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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