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JAMMU: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Jammu & Kashmir, released Special Edition of its monthly publication, “Kamal Paigam (Volume 6)- Special Edition,” at the party headquarters in Trikuta Nagar, Jammu, as part of its Foundation Day celebrations.

Sat Sharma, President, J&K BJP and Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha), along with Ashok Koul, General Secretary (Organization), General Secretaries Sanjita Dogra and Gopal Mahajan, and MLA Dr. Devinder Kumar Manyal released the special edition of the Kamal Paigam.

The special issue has been brought out by the BJP’s Journals & Publications Department led by its convenor of Rajnish Jain. BJP Office Secretary Tilak Raj Gupta and Development of Publicity Materials & Literature Convenor S. Varinderjit Singh were also present on the occasion.

Sat Sharma, while releasing the special edition of magazine, asserted that Kamal Paigam is far more than a routine publication, describing it as a powerful ideological instrument that binds the party from the booth level to the top leadership. He stated that the magazine acts as a dynamic bridge between policy, governance, and grassroots execution, ensuring that every activist remains aligned with the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led governance. He emphasized that through such structured communication, BJP continues to build a politically aware, ideologically strengthened, disciplined, and mission-driven cadre capable of taking the party’s agenda of development, nationalism, and good governance to every doorstep.

Ashok Koul, in his address, highlighted the importance of Kamal Paigam in strengthening the party’s organizational fabric. He said that the publication reflects the ideological depth, achievements, and continuous momentum of the BJP, serving as a roadmap for workers to actively engage with the public. He added that in the evolving political landscape of Jammu & Kashmir, such platforms play a decisive role in shaping informed, committed, and proactive cadres who can effectively counter misinformation and take the party’s narrative to the masses, making it a vital tool in further expanding the party’s reach and influence.

Rajnish Jain stated that the special edition has been meticulously curated to showcase the BJP’s journey, landmark achievements, and ongoing initiatives under visionary leadership. He added that the publication aims to inspire confidence, strengthen resolve, and equip every worker with factual and ideological clarity.

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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