• Omar Abdullah-Led Government Focused on Rural Development: Subash Bhagat

JAMMU: Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC) District President Jammu Rural “A”, Subash Bhagat, emphasised that the Omar Abdullah-led Government is focusing on developmental works in rural areas, particularly in sectors such as roads, electricity, and drinking water.

Addressing a workers’ meeting at Block Samwan in Chamb Constituency, organised by Manga Ram Sharma, Block President Samwan, under the chairmanship of Subash Bhagat, the meeting was attended by S. Gurnam Singh, District Secretary Jammu Urban, Mohinder Singh Block President Khour, Amit Kumar Block President Khara Balli, Sikander Block President Mera Madrian, Devi Dayal Jogi, Block Secretary Khour, Ravinder Sharma, Sham Singh, Harbans Lal among other party workers.

Subash Bhagat highlighted various initiatives of the Omar Abdullah-led Government, including the enhancement of old-age pensions, widow pensions, and pensions for persons with disabilities. He also referred to efforts to improve healthcare facilities in hospitals, educational infrastructure in schools and colleges, and employment opportunities through recruitment to vacant posts referred to the Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB).He further highlighted various self-employment schemes aimed at creating livelihood opportunities for unemployed youth.

During the meeting, local residents raised several issues concerning electricity supply, road connectivity, and other basic amenities. Subash Bhagat assured the people that their genuine demands would be taken up with the concerned minister.

Speaking on the occasion, S. Gurnam Singh, District Secretary Jammu Urban, urged party workers to strengthen the organisation at the grassroots level and maintain close contact with the public to understand and address their genuine concerns The meeting provided an opportunity for party workers and local residents to discuss developmental issues and highlight the needs of the Chamb Constituency.

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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.

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