JAMMU: A soulful and inspiring Kavi Sammelan on the theme “Ek Shaam Atal Ji ke Naam” was organized at Atal Ji Park, Gangyal, Jammu, paying rich literary tributes to Bharat Ratna and former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee ji.
J&K BJP President & Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) Sat Sharma, accompanied by J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, BJP National Secretary Dr. Narinder Singh, and J&K BJP General Secretary Baldev Singh Billawaria, (organizer of the event), General Secretary Sanjita Dogra; chiefly addressed the gathering after the Kavi Sammelan.
Addressing the gathering, Sat Sharma said that Atal Bihari Vajpayee ji was not only a great statesman but also a poet with a sensitive soul, whose words reflected nationalism, humanity, and deep concern for society. He said that such literary programmes keep Atal ji’s ideals alive among the masses, especially the younger generation.
Sat Sharma announced that keeping in view the strong and affectionate demand of the people, a statue of Atal Bihari Vajpayee ji would be erected in Atal Ji Park itself, making it a permanent centre of inspiration and remembrance.
In his address, Ashok Koul said that Atal ji believed in people-centric governance and cultural nationalism, and his life remains a guiding force for the BJP. He added that through events like “Ek Shaam Atal Ji ke Naam,” the party is committed to taking Atal ji’s thoughts and values to the grassroots. Dr. Narinder Singh highlighted Atal ji’s contribution to strengthening India’s democracy, national unity, and India’s global stature. He said that Atal ji’s poetry and political vision reflected harmony, courage, and optimism, which continue to inspire millions.
Baldev Singh Billawaria, while speaking, said that the objective of organizing the Kavi Sammelan was to connect society with Atal ji’s literary and ideological legacy. Billawaria said that Atal Ji's gave the nation a new way of thinking, renewed self-confidence, and a clear direction toward self-reliance. He added that the present Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, is carrying forward the same ideology, nationalism, and development-centric vision, and is working tirelessly to realize the dreams envisioned by Atal Ji. He thanked all poets, participants, and organizers for making the programme a grand success.
Renowned poets Saravasis Kour Asis, Jagjot Singh Jashan, Ram Krishan, Randhir Raipuria, Dr. Baljeet Raina, Suraj Rattan, Star Singh, Ashok Paras, and others enthralled the audience with their powerful poetic recitations, creating a vivid and emotional portrayal of Atal ji through words. Later, the BJP senior leaders felicitated the poets for their outstanding contributions.
Other senior BJP leaders present on the occasion included BJP District Prabhari Ayodhya Gupta, District President Naresh Singh Jasrotia, Dogra Sewa Sambhal Trust President Rajiv Sharma, Mandal Presidents Ajay Pratap Singh, Sohan Singh Katal (Sonu) and a large number of party workers, literary enthusiasts, and local residents.


