JAMMU: A significant meeting of the Displaced Persons (DPs) from Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir (POJK) was held under the leadership of S Balvinder Singh, Convenor, BJP Refugee Cell J&K at the residence of Col. R.K. Sharma in Gadi Garh to hold an in-depth and focused discussion on the pressing issues confronting the community, with particular emphasis on the long-pending demand for the grant of ST-2 (Scheduled Tribe-2) status.
The gathering turned into a meaningful brainstorming session, where each member present voiced deep concern over the continued neglect of the community's rights and expressed unwavering commitment to the cause. Speakers unanimously pledged that they would not rest until their primary goal, recognition and implementation of ST-2 status, is achieved.
The atmosphere of the meeting was described as motivating, resolute, and inspiring, reflecting a strong sense of unity and shared purpose. Discussions concluded on a highly positive note, with all participants agreeing to maintain solidarity and oneness in the fight for justice and due representation.
Prominent figures who attended the meeting included Brigadier Harcharan Singh, Col. RK Sharma, Ashok Khajuria, Shashi Kant Khajuria, Bhasker Sharma, Amit Sharma, Rohit Khajuria, Prateek Sharma, and Pt RC Sharma (Journalist, RTI & Peace Activist), among other notable dignitaries and community members.
The participants emphasized that such dialogues and collaborative platforms must continue regularly to channel collective wisdom and strategic action for the betterment of the POJK DP community and future generations.


