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JAMMU: As part of the nationwide ‘Seva Sankalp Abhiyan’, being organised to commemorate the completion of 25 years of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s public life and dedicated service to the nation, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) District Ramban organised a ‘Viksit Bharat Sankalp Sabha’ here today.

During the programme, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the gathering virtually and shared his journey of 25 years in public life, his unwavering commitment to public service and his vision of building a 'Viksit Bharat'. BJP workers and local residents listened to the Prime Minister’s address with great enthusiasm and reaffirmed their resolve to contribute collectively towards nation-building and the realisation of a developed India. Following the Prime Minister’s address, a ‘Seva Jyoti Yatra’ was taken out under the leadership of BJP District Ramban President Neelam Langeh, with BJP Jammu & Kashmir General Secretary and former Deputy Mayor Jammu, Baldev Singh Billawaria, attending the programme as the chief guest.

The yatra commenced from the main market of Ramban, passed through various areas and culminated at Karol Chowk, Maitra.The yatra witnessed enthusiastic participation from BJP workers and local residents, carrying the message of  seva, dedication and commitment towards the nation among the people. The programme aimed to take the spirit of public service to every section of society and strengthen the collective resolve towards public welfare and nation-building under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Addressing the gathering, Baldev Singh Billawaria said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 25 years in public life represent an inspiring journey of service, dedication, sacrifice and an unwavering commitment to nation-building. He said the ‘Seva Jyoti Yatra’ symbolises the resolve to take the inspiration of this remarkable journey to every section of society and further strengthen the culture of public service at the grassroots level.

Billawaria said that under the decisive leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has undergone a significant transformation and emerged as a confident, progressive and globally respected nation. He said the country’s remarkable growth in infrastructure, economy, technology and human development has strengthened the confidence of every Indian and placed India among the leading economies of the world.

Referring to the security challenges faced by Jammu & Kashmir, Billawaria said that the people of the Union Territory had suffered the pain of Pakistan-sponsored terrorism and violence for decades, but their faith in the unity, integrity and sovereignty of the nation never weakened.

He said that from the Surgical Strikes to Operation Sindoor, India has demonstrated its firm and decisive policy against terrorism, making it clear that there will be no compromise with the country’s security, sovereignty and national integrity.

He said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Jammu & Kashmir is steadily moving towards peace, development and progress, while the nation’s resolve to confront terrorism has become stronger than ever.Billawaria further said that over the past decade, India has witnessed remarkable progress in economic development, infrastructure, employment opportunities, skill development and youth empowerment.

He said the vision of  'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' has given a new direction to the country’s development journey and encouraged people to become partners in the process of nation-building.Highlighting India’s growing stature on the international stage, Billawaria said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s proactive diplomacy and engagement with the global community have significantly enhanced India’s standing in the world.

He said India is today playing an increasingly important role in global affairs, while the country’s expanding international partnerships reflect the growing confidence and influence of New India.He emphasised that the ‘Seva Jyoti Yatra’ is not merely an organisational programme but a movement to carry the spirit of service, dedication, public participation and nation-building to every section of society.

He called upon BJP workers to make public service the foundation of their political and social life, remain connected with the people, reach out to the last person in society and actively contribute towards the vision of ‘Viksit Bharat @2047’.Billawaria further said that inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 25 years of public life and dedicated service, every BJP worker must remain committed to placing the national interest above everything else and strengthening society through service, organisational dedication and meaningful public participation.

Among those present on the occasion were senior BJP leaders and workers, including Rakesh Thakur, Ramesh Sharma, Gurdeep Singh, Khajoor Singh, Sham Katoch, Renuka Katoch, Balbir Singh and Jagbir Dass, besides a large number of party workers and local residents.

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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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