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  • Says BJP losing ground in Jammu, peddling bogus narratives in Kashmir

JAMMU: The Jammu & Kashmir National Conference Provincial President, Jammu, Rattan Lal Gupta, today strongly condemned the highly irresponsible and provocative remarks made by local Bharatiya Janata Party leadership, calling it bundle of lies aimed at misleading the people and creating unnecessary political controversy.

Gupta said it is unfortunate that instead of engaging in constructive opposition, the BJP leadership continues to rely on distortion and sensationalism. He asserted that such statements reflect frustration within the BJP, which is fast losing its political ground in Jammu after having ditched the people on crucial promises related to employment, development, and protection of regional interests.

He further stated that the BJP, sensing its receding political space in Jammu, is now making an unsuccessful attempt to exploit the sentiments of the people of Kashmir by peddling bogus narratives and spreading misinformation. “The people are politically conscious and cannot be hoodwinked by such hollow propaganda,” Gupta said, adding that diversionary tactics will not help the BJP regain lost credibility.

Highlighting the governance record of the present dispensation,  Gupta said that the government led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has been working with sincerity and commitment towards transparent, accountable, and inclusive governance.

 He said the administration has prioritized youth engagement, revival of stalled developmental projects, strengthening of grassroots democratic institutions, and ensuring equitable development across all regions.

Gupta reiterated that the National Conference remains steadfast in its commitment to safeguarding the interests, dignity, and aspirations of the people of Jammu and Kashmir. He urged the BJP leadership to introspect over its failures instead of indulging in baseless allegations and divisive rhetoric. “The people of Jammu and Kashmir will reject politics based on falsehood and stand firmly for unity, progress, and democratic values,” he added.

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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