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  • JKAP leader from Kupwara, Choudhary Mushtaq Ahmed Bajard joins BJP

JAMMU: Choudhary Mushtaq Ahmed Bajard, senior Gujjar Leader of Jammu and Kashmir Apni Party (JKAP) hailing from Kupwara (Kashmir) joined Bharatiya Janata Party at Party Headquarters, Trikuta Nagar Jammu. Sat Sharma CA, President, J&K BJP welcomed the new entrant with his supporters. Former Minister Priya Sethi, ST Morcha President Choudhary Roshan Hussain and Morcha Vice President Choudhary Fareed Bajard were also present on the occasion.

Welcoming the new entrant on the occasion, Sat Sharma appreciated the decision of Choudhary Mushtaq Ahmed to join BJP to serve the society and nation in a selfless manner. He said that the prominent persons from various political and social organizations across the regional and religious lines are today supporting the ideology and the policies of BJP. He said that PM Modi has erected a new political structure in the nation, prioritizing the ‘nation first policy’, which yearns to serve the society and strengthen the nation instead of building fortunes for themselves only.

Today, with every passing day, the organization has been strengthening its roots further into the society not only in Jammu but also in Kashmir and he dedicated this achievement to the dedicated efforts of selfless party activists. He said that every activist of Bharatiya Janata Party represents an institution in him/herself and stands tall on the mark of selfless service in society.

Priya Sethi, while welcoming the new entrant expressed hope that he will work dedicatedly to serve the society in accordance with the party principles. She assured him that he will get the support of the party in his efforts to serve the society. Choudhary Roshan Hussain said that the Modi government has done unparalleled work for the empowerment of the needy communities. He said that due recognition to the community under the Modi government is engaging the Gujjar leaders with BJP.

Choudhary Mushtaq Ahmed Bajard admired the Modi government for its public welfare schemes. He said that the Gujjar-Bakerwal community has always been witnessed as a vote bank by the regional political parties but the needed steps for due representation, with reservations were ensured by Modi government.

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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Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here