JAMMU: In her quest to become “Vishwa Guru” India also needs to harness soft power and project herself as a global leader in spiritual diplomacy and soft power. The Maha Kumbh Mela has the potential to become a driving force towards that end by showcasing to the global community its ancient culture and spiritual legacy that promotes unity in diversity. Its sheer size and scale wherein almost 400 million people of diverse beliefs and varying cultures will converge for the holy dip making it the largest gathering of humanity qualifies it as a rare global event that needs global awareness stated Brig Anil Gupta, Spokesperson of the Bhartiya Janata Party.

He urged government of India to use the opportunity to shape global narratives towards fostering international goodwill in a world that is mired with regional conflicts and global terror. The Maha Kumbh showcases India’s unity in diversity and its cherished values of unity, inclusivity, co-existence, peace, non-violence and its spiritual depth. India should use this opportunity to project itself as a global spiritual leader through holding awareness campaigns, hosting influencers, global leaders both political and spiritual and business tycoons. They must get the first hand feel of India’s cultural, spiritual and traditional identity. The Maha Kumbh has the transformative power that’s needed as a bridge towards global peace. It is the time to promote the Vedic theme of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam. Maha Kumbh Mela is the largest peaceful congregation despite its diversity and size.

The visitors from our neighbourhood in South Asia need to be encouraged to participate in this rare event in order to promote our shared cultural heritage and traditions developing India into a cultural and spiritual hub of South Asia. This would also help in fostering regional unity and peace hoped Brig Gupta. UNESCO has recognized the Kumbh Mela as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. But Kumbh is not a mere cultural extravaganza but a beacon of hope of unity, co-existence, peace and shared purpose for a divided world asserted Brig Gupta.

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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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