In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

JAMMU: Jammu Kashmir BJP President & MP Rajya Sabha, Sat Sharma today received a formal representation from the British Ravidassia Heritage Foundation (BRHF), urging the Government of India to officially commemorate the 650th birth anniversary of Guru Ravidass ji in February 2027. The letter, addressed to Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi, outlines a comprehensive vision for national and global celebrations to honour the life, teachings, and enduring legacy of Guru Ravidass Ji.

It mentions that BRHF, a global, non-political social organisation headquartered in the United Kingdom, has been actively working in India and several other countries to promote the timeless values of equality, social justice, and spiritual upliftment as preached by Guru Ravidass Ji. Through this letter, BRHF has sought the Prime Minister’s intervention to ensure that the historic milestone is observed with due national significance.

The Foundation has proposed the formation of an official National Committee under the banner of “Guru Ravidass Aradh Janam Shatabdi Samaroh” to coordinate year-long celebrations across India. BRHF has expressed its willingness to extend full voluntary support to the committee and assist in organising programmes in India and abroad. The letter also requests for  hosting cultural and spiritual events to project Guru Ravidass Ji’s universal message globally.

Highlighting the historical visit of Guru Ravidass Ji to Tughlaqabad, BRHF has urged the government to rename the area as “Begampura,” symbolising the Guru’s vision of an ideal, casteless society. It has also proposed renaming Jahanpanah Park in Tughlaqabad as “Guru Ravidass Vatika” as a lasting tribute to his teachings. The letter further recalls the Prime Minister’s assurance during the 2024 election campaign to name Adampur Airport in Punjab after Guru Ravidass Ji and seeks early fulfilment of this promise.

Another key proposal includes the establishment of a “Guru Ravidass Central University” to serve as a national centre of excellence for inclusive education and social harmony. Sat Sharma received this letter from Balbir Ram Rattan, National General Secretary of BRHF, Indian Branch, in presence of BJP General Secretary (organisation) Ashok Koul, Media Convenor Dr. Pardeep Mohtra, Co- Convenor Sanjay Bakshi and SC Morcha President Dharminder Kumar.

Sat Sharma appreciated BRHF’s initiative and stated that the vision of Guru Ravidass Ji aligns with the ideals of equality and unity championed by the present government. He assured tl forward the representation to the PM at the earliest and expressed confidence that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, due consideration would be given to the request, just as the nation has previously honoured Guru Nanak Dev Ji, Guru Teg Bahadur Ji, and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar through national commemorations. The letter mentions names Om Prakash Bagga, Sat Paul,  Rajesh Bagga and Balbir Ram Rattan as requesting office bearers of BRHF.

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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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