• BJP elects 190 new Mandal Presidents

JAMMU: In continuation with the election process under the party’s ongoing ‘Sangathan Parv’, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Jammu & Kashmir, today completed the election process of 190 new Mandal Presidents. Sat Sharma, President, J&K BJP, congratulated the whole team of Returning Officers and assistant Returning Officers for the completion of maximum Mandal Presidents elections in a cordial atmosphere.

He also asked them to complete the remaining in the elections in the stipulated time. He emphasized that every BJP worker reflects an institution in himself and herself and this level of extended election exercise within the party to select the new office bearers can only be seen in a dedicated party like BJP. He congratulated all the new Mandal Presidents and directed them to work with the principle of “Nation First, Party Second, Self Last”.

Ashok Koul, General Secretary (organization), J&K BJP, said that this Mandal President election witnessed the emergence of many new, young and energetic faces consisting a remarkable number of activists representing women, SCs, and OBCs, STs and other communities, giving an impression of colourful umbrella. He expressed confidence that these new Mandal Presidents will take the party ideology and mission forward and work to their maximum in the service of society.

Rakesh Mahajan, Returning Officer for J&K BJP, while sharing details about the election, said that out of a total 209 recognized Mandals, 198 Mandals were found eligible for the election process, out of which election process for 190 new Mandal Presidents were completed today. He also shared that the ‘Mandal Pratinidhi’ were also chosen, who along with Mandal Presidents, will participate in the election process of district Presidents in the coming days.

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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.

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