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JAMMU: Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha) Jugal Kishore Sharma has announced an increased allocation of ₹2.5 Crore under the MPLADS, raising the earlier commitment of ₹1 Crore, to accelerate relief and rehabilitation efforts for the flood-affected people.

The announcement was made at the BJP Headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu, in the presence of J&K BJP President Sat Sharma (CA), General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, General Secretary Sanjita Dogra, Spokesperson & former MLC Girdhari Lal Raina, Office Secretary Tilak Raj Gupta, KDD President Rajeev Pandita, along with other senior party leaders.

The enhanced funding will be channelized towards repairing and rebuilding public infrastructure, as well as addressing the widespread damage caused by incessant rains, flash floods, and other natural calamities that have disrupted the lives and livelihoods of people across the Union Territory.

Expressing appreciation, Sat Sharma said that Jugal Kishore Sharma has demonstrated true commitment to public service by stepping forward in a time of crisis. He emphasized that BJP’s elected representatives are working shoulder to shoulder with the affected families, ensuring both immediate relief and long-term rehabilitation. He added that the party stands firm with every citizen during this testing phase, and we will make certain that help continues until normal life is restored.

Ashok Koul, acknowledging the step, stated that the calamity has left behind immense suffering, and it is the responsibility of people’s representatives to provide timely and meaningful aid. He added that the BJP’s guiding principle has always been service above self, and this contribution is a reflection of that ethos.

Jugal Kishore Sharma, while announcing the enhanced support, said that the allocation is not just about funds but represents a pledge of solidarity with the people. He underlined that restoration of damaged infrastructure and revival of livelihoods is the topmost priority, assuring that MPLADS resources will be fully utilized for the welfare of those impacted.

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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