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JAMMU: The All Jammu and Kashmir Jatt Sabha has demanded an employment package for the youth of the Jatt community, displaced persons, and refugees of the erstwhile state. As per a press release, a meeting was organised by Ajay Choudhary and Sonu Choudhary at village Sai Kalan, Suchetgarh, in R.S. Pura of Jammu district. The meeting was chaired by the President of the Jatt Sabha and former Minister, S. Manjit Singh, who was accompanied by senior Jatt leaders.

The meeting held detailed deliberations on the issues faced by the younger generation of Jammu and Kashmir, particularly Jatts, displaced persons, and refugees. According to S. Manjit Singh, these communities have been neglected socially, economically, and politically, and therefore require special attention from the government.  He said that unrepresented Jatts and displaced persons lack political representation due to the absence of reservation of some Assembly seats in the Jammu region, which would otherwise empower these neglected classes.

“The Jatts, displaced persons, and refugees have been facing political, social, and economic crises for decades. Hence, youth from these communities should be provided employment under a special package in defence, paramilitary forces, and the Jammu and Kashmir Police,” he demanded. Meanwhile, former MP and Chief Patron Talok Singh Bajwa also addressed the gathering and demanded Other Backward Classes (OBC) reservation benefits for Jatt youth in central government jobs and professional educational institutions.

He further demanded that the issues of refugees be addressed by releasing the pending package in their favour. He stated that one package of ₹5.5 lakh had been released, while the remaining amount is yet to be disbursed. Senior Vice President of the Jatt Sabha and former Minister Choudhary Sukhnandan said that the border belt deserves equitable development and basic amenities for its inhabitants.

He also raised concerns over increasing drug addiction among the youth and urged people to fight the menace, which has led to a rise in criminal activities. Former DDC and senior Jatt Sabha leader Taranjit Singh Tony demanded the installation of Maharaja Ranjit Singh’s statue in Kathua and Jammu districts.  He recalled how the reign of Maharaja Ranjit Singh brought prosperity, promoted literary activities, and fostered unity in society. He added that installing his statue would acknowledge his contributions.

On this occasion, Rohit Choudhary and his family members were also feciliated by the Jatt Sabha members. Rohit recently got selected to the prestigious Jammu and Kashmir Administrative Services (JKAS). Prominent among those present on the occasion included Choudhary Jagar, Choudhary Naresh Bittu, Dwarka Choudhary, Kamal Randhawa, Choudhary Jarnail Singh, Choudhary Rashpal Johal, former DDC Geetu Alokh, former Sarpanch Reena Choudhary, Smt. Sushma Choudhary, youth leader Mandeep Choudhary, Ranjeet Singh Goldy, District President Samba, Bachan Choudhary, Youth President Samba, Naveen Choudhary, Rashpal Choudhary (Kathua), former Sarpanch Lucky Choudhary, Sardar Chanan Singh, Bachan Choudhary of Sai Kalan, and others.

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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