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JAMMU: Umesh Kumar Gabbar, President, BJP SC Morcha, District Jammu South, expressed deep concern over the hardships being faced by Rehri-Fari operators in the aftermath of the recent flash floods. Umesh Kumar was addressing a meeting of the affected community held near the Railway Station, Jammu.

During the interaction, the Rehri-Fari operators apprised Umesh Kumar of the grave situation that has disrupted their livelihoods. They shared that ever since the flash floods, life has been thrown out of gear, particularly for those dependent on daily earnings to sustain their families. Even individuals not directly hit by the floods have lost their meager incomes due to the disruption in normal business activity.

Umesh Kumar Gabbar assured the gathering that the BJP stands firmly with these hardworking and marginalized sections of society. He emphasized that the party fully understands their difficulties and is committed to taking all necessary measures to address their grievances. He said that BJP has always worked to uplift the weaker sections and will continue to do so with dedication.

Appealing to the local administration, Umesh Kumar urged them to extend immediate support to the Rehri-Fari operators. He stressed that special attention must be given to ensuring their rehabilitation and livelihood restoration, as they earn their bread and butter through sheer hard work and perseverance.

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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