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NAGROTA: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) organized a grand rally, attended by a huge gathering of enthusiastic party workers and supporters at Nagrota, following the filing of nomination papers by Devyani Rana, the BJP candidate for the Nagrota Assembly by-elections.

J&K BJP President Sat Sharma, Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma, General Secretaries Sanjita Dogra and Gopal Mahajan, Assembly Election Incharge & MLA Sham Lal Sharma, and Co-Incharge & DDC Chairperson Bharat Bhushan, among other senior leaders and legislators addressed the rally.

Prabhari District Jammu North Ayodhya Gupta, MLAs Satish Sharma, Yudhvir Sethi, Pawan Gupta, Ch Vikram Randhawa, Kuldeep Dubey, Mohan Lal Bhagat, Surinder Bhagat, Arvind Gupta, Baldev Raj Sharma, and other senior leaders also shared the dais in the rally.

Addressing the gathering, Sat Sharma said that the Bharatiya Janata Party is fully committed to the overall development and progress of Nagrota constituency, and to the socio-economic upliftment of every individual in Jammu and Kashmir. He said that the BJP under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi has transformed the governance structure of J&K, bringing transparency, empowerment, and fast-paced development. He said that Nagrota holds a special place in our vision of progress, and the BJP will ensure that no developmental project remains incomplete.

Sat Sharma also paid rich tributes to the late Devender Singh Rana, the former MLA of Nagrota, describing him as a true son of the soil who served people from the core of his heart and ruled over the hearts of Nagrota’s residents. He added that though he is no longer with us, his dreams and dedication continue through his daughter, Devyani Rana, who has inherited his spirit of service.

Sunil Sharma lauded Devyani Rana for her resolve to take forward her father’s mission, saying that the people of Nagrota have seen what commitment and compassion meant under Devender Rana’s leadership. Devyani Rana embodies the same sincerity and vision, and BJP stands firmly behind her.

Sham Lal Sharma assured the people that the BJP government is working tirelessly for every section of society. He said that the development, empowerment, and dignity for all are our guiding principles. Devyani Rana’s leadership will ensure that the constituency receives the attention and development it truly deserves, he stated.

Bharat Bhushan said that under the Modi government, historic reforms have taken place in J&K, and BJP is determined to build a prosperous and inclusive future. He urged the people to strengthen BJP’s hands for a stronger Nagrota and stronger Jammu and Kashmir.

Speaking on the occasion, Devyani Rana emotionally thanked the party leadership and the people for their immense support, expressing her commitment to carry forward the legacy of late Devender Singh Rana.

She said “My father, Devender Singh Rana, had a dream of a prosperous, progressive, and inclusive Nagrota. “I promise to fulfill all his incomplete works and serve the people day and night. I will leave no stone unturned to justify the faith that you have shown in me”. The stage proceedings were conducted by Gopal Mahajan.

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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