JAMMU: Sat Sharma, President, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Jammu & Kashmir, today visited the houses of the families who lost their loved ones in the recent cloudburst at Chashoti village in Kishtwar, to convey his heartfelt condolences and solidarity in their time of grief.

Accompanied by MLA Marh, Surinder Bhagat, District President Nand Kishore Sharma, and other senior leaders, Sat Sharma visited Nagbani Floura, Bod Draink, Dai Chak, Bhagatpur, and Gura Singhu villages under Marh Constituency, where several bereaved families reside.

While consoling the families, Sat Sharma expressed deep sorrow and assured them of full support. He said that the loss of precious lives in this devastating natural calamity has left a permanent wound and an unfillable void. He assured them that the BJP family stands firmly with the victims, and will make every effort to ensure that the affected households receive all possible government aid and rehabilitation support. Our prayers are with the departed souls, and our commitment is with the families they have left behind, Sharma stated.

Surinder Bhagat said that no words can ease the grief of losing family members, but it is our responsibility to stand with the bereaved. He assured that they will personally follow up on the relief and compensation process so that the promises made by the government reach every affected household.

Nand Kishore Sharma said that the party cadres are mobilized to extend every possible assistance. Along with government relief, our organizational network will continue to support the families in this difficult time.

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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