- Atal Ji’s vision of Good Governance still guides nation: Sat Sharma
- Atal Bihari Vajpayee believed in democracy, dignity of every citizen: Yudhvir Sethi
JAMMU: A Kavi Sammelan on the theme “Ek Shaam Atal Ji ke Naam” was organised at Jammu District to pay a heartfelt literary tribute to Bharat Ratna and former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. The programme brought together poets, literary lovers, and members of the public to remember Atal Ji’s contribution to the nation through poetry, statesmanship, and visionary leadership.
The event was attended by J&K BJP President and Member of Parliament Sat Sharma and MLA Jammu East Yudhvir Sethi, along with BJP J&K UT Vice President Priya Sethi, BJP J&K UT General Secretary Sangeeta Dogra, BJP J&K UT Cashier Prabhat Singh, BJYM J&K UT President Arun Prabhat Singh, Venoo Khanna, District General Secretary Suneet Raina, District General Secretary Ravikant Sharma, District Vice President Ramesh Gupta, Mandal Presidents Anil Angral, Adarsh Jhathyar, Shiv Sharma and Swati Shrama and party workers.
Addressing the gathering, Sat Sharma said that Atal Bihari Vajpayee was not only a great statesman but also a sensitive poet whose words touched the soul of the nation. He said that Atal Ji’s life and writings reflected deep love for India, democracy, and humanity. Sat Sharma added that programmes like this Kavi Sammelan help the younger generation understand the values of integrity, patriotism, and compassion that Atal Ji stood for. He further said that Atal Ji laid a strong foundation for modern India through his policies of good governance, national unity, and inclusive development.
In his address, Yudhvir Sethi said that Atal Bihari Vajpayee was a leader who believed in dialogue, democracy, and dignity of every citizen. He said that Atal Ji’s contribution to strengthening India’s position in the world and promoting peace and development will always be remembered. Yudhvir Sethi added that Jammu and Kashmir also benefited greatly from Atal Ji’s vision, which focused on connectivity, development, and harmony. He said that paying tribute to Atal Ji through poetry is a meaningful way to honour a leader who himself was a poet at heart.
Renowned poets enthralled the audience included Padma Shri Mohan Singh, Randhir Singh Raipuri, Sheikh Mohd Kalyan, Dr Shushma Rajput, Dr Sarita Khajuria, Sheikh Fiaz Ahmad, Roshan Bralm Sahil Badyal and Sanjeev Bhasin. The poets participating in the Kavi Sammelan presented soulful and patriotic verses highlighting Atal Ji’s life, his ideals, and his service to the nation. Their performances created a deep emotional connect with the audience and kept Atal Ji’s spirit alive through words and emotions.
Later, the poets were felicitated by BJP senior leaders for their outstanding contributions. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks and a renewed commitment by the participants to follow the ideals of Atal Bihari Vajpayee in their personal and public lives, and to work for a strong, united, and progressive India.


