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SAMBA: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (NC) SC Cell Chairman, Vijay Lochan, today reiterated that the upliftment of the Scheduled Caste (SC) community remains the cornerstone of the party’s vision and mission.

Addressing a convention of the party’s SC wing at Garh Mandi, Samba, Lochan highlighted the historic reforms introduced under the leadership of Sheikh Abdullah, including land-to-the-tiller policies, liquidation of rural indebtedness, abolition of jagirdari and muafi systems, protection of tenant rights, and wage enhancements for labourers.

He emphasized that these measures brought significant socio-economic transformation, particularly benefiting marginalized communities. Lochan also underscored initiatives in education, healthcare, and food security that improved living standards, with special gains for the SC population in Jammu and Kashmir. Stating that the condition of SC communities in J&K is better compared to many other parts of the country, he credited the NC’s progressive policies for the progress achieved.

Lochan further said that the government led by Omar Abdullah is committed to following the same developmental blueprint and addressing setbacks of the past decade. He urged party workers, especially members of the SC wing, to gear up for the upcoming ULB and Panchayat elections with full preparedness.

Among others who were present in the meeting included: Mohinder Singh Senior leader, Bua Ditta Block President, Jagga Ram Provincial Vice President SC Cell, Dharshan Lal Block President Ghagwal SC Cell, Satishwar Block President Rajpura SC Cell, Gulshan Kumar Block President SC Ramgarh, Ashok Kumar Block President SC Cell, Hardeep Singh, Manhor Lal , Kishore Lal, Balbir Singh Vice President District Samba, Hasham Din District Secretary Samba , Yashpal Block Rural, Charan Dass, Lambardass, Kewal, Happy Singh, Pinky Singh, Bhadur Singh District Vice President Samba , Yashpal Padda and others.  

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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