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BUDGAM: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) organized a training camp under the Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Prashikshan Mahabhiyan–2026 at Baba Talab Marriage Hall, Ziarat Charar-i-Sharief in Beerwah constituency of District Budgam.

J&K BJP General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul chiefly addressed the training camp. BJP District President Hakeem Ruhullah Ghazi, Dr Ali Mohd Mir and Aga Mosin, along with senior party functionaries and activists attended the workshop.

Ashok Koul, addressing in the camp, highlighted BJP as a principled and ideology-driven organization. He said that the party’s functioning is deeply guided by nationalist thought, cultural values, and a commitment to public welfare. Referring to the teachings of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya, he underlined the relevance of Integral Humanism as the guiding philosophy that shapes the party’s policies and approach toward governance.

Koul emphasized that BJP’s core vision rests on people oriented inclusive growth, understanding the needs first, and then strengthening the society and nation in the long run. He stressed that a strong and effective organization is built through dedicated workers, ethical conduct, and continuous capacity-building initiatives. He stressed that such structured training programmes are essential in equipping party workers with the knowledge and skills required to engage effectively at the grassroots level.

Ashok Koul further asked the party workers to internalize the party’s ideology and reflect it in their public outreach. He stated that ideological clarity, discipline, and commitment are key factors behind BJP’s sustained expansion and public trust. He added that regular training initiatives help in nurturing responsible leadership and keeping the cadre aligned with the party’s long-term vision.

Hakeem Ruhullah Ghazi said that the Prashikshan Mahabhiyan serves as an important platform for enhancing the capabilities of party workers. He said that such workshops empower activists to effectively communicate the party’s policies and connect with the masses more efficiently.

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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