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  • J&K BJP reviews preparedness of ULB & Panchayati Raj Cells

JAMMU: J&K BJP President and MP (Rajya Sabha), Sat Sharma, along with General Secretary (Organization) Ashok Koul, General Secretary Sanjita Dogra, and BJP All Cells Incharge Ved Sharma, addressed a review meeting of Urban Local Bodies (ULB) and Panchayati Raj Cells at the party headquarters, Trikuta Nagar, Jammu.

The meeting was attended by Convenor, Urban Local Body Pawan Singh, Convenor, Panchayati Raj Advocate Jitender Kumar, Co-Convenors Ajay Gupta, Dinesh Gupta, Daljeet Kumar, and Aman Sharma. Manish Khajuria, Co-Incharge All Cells, conducted the proceedings.

Sat Sharma, while addressing the meeting, emphasized the importance of organizational preparedness at the grassroots level. He asked all members of Urban Local Body and Panchayati Raj Cells to remain fully prepared for the upcoming elections, which is proposed in near future. He stressed that the cadre must remain active, organized, and closely connected with the public.

Sat Sharma stated that the BJP’s strength lies in our booth-level structure and grassroots outreach. He said that every activist of party must ensure that the benefits of the Modi government’s welfare schemes reach the last person in rural and urban areas alike. This is not just our responsibility but also our commitment to inclusive development and good governance, he added.

Ashok Koul conducted a detailed review of the functioning of Panchayati Raj Cells at the block level and ULB Cells at the committee level. He stressed on the organizational effectiveness and sought feedback from ground-level workers to further strengthen party outreach.

Ashok Koul said that the effectiveness of our organization is reflected in its activity at the grassroots. He stressed on the regular engagement, proper coordination, and efficient execution of programs at every level to maintain BJP’s strong connect with the public.

Sanjita Dogra said that the party cadre has consistently worked to expand the outreach through various programmes. She stressed on further resolve to increase the party’s grassroots presence through these programmes.

Ved Sharma presented a detailed report on the programs conducted by both the Panchayati Raj and Urban Local Body Cells. He also shared a structured roadmap for upcoming initiatives aimed at enhancing public participation and organizational expansion. He said that the Cell activists should intensify their efforts with well-planned activities to strengthen both cells and deepen public engagement.

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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