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SAMBA:  Reiterating the BJP ‘s unwavering commitment to the upliftment and empowerment of Other Backward Classes (OBC), Scheduled Castes (SC), and Scheduled Tribes (ST), former minister and Pradesh Vice President of the party Mr Surjeet Singh Slathia today said the NDA government has undertaken several initiatives in the mission mode to  address the challenges faced by these marginalised communities.

The Pradesh BJP Vice President was addressing OBC Morcha Sammelan at Samba and ST Morcha Sammelan at Chak Medu Gujjran in Samba. Mr Slathia said the BJP believes that the progress of the nation is intrinsically linked to the progress of its marginalized communities. He said Prime Minister Mr Narendra Modi has been steadfast in his government’s  resolve to create opportunities for every segment of the society to ensure that no one is left behind and benefits of various schemes accrue to last person .

Mr Slathia lambasted the INDI Alliance, especially the Congress for creating division among among people on the basis of caste and region, saying this is dangerous for harmonious growth of the society . He called upon the people to unitedly fight these machinations, which were jeopardising the growth of the country. He also cautioned them against the malicious propaganda being unleashed over reservation policy and said this is being done to play with the sensitivities of the stakeholders just for vote bank politics.

Mr Slathia said the NDA government under  Yashasvi Modiji is dedicated to building a nation where every individual, irrespective of their background, has the opportunity to thrive. The upliftment of OBC, SC, and ST communities is not just a priority but a moral imperative for the BJP, he maintained. Mr Salathia referred to the key initiatives like increased scholarship and financial aid for OBC, SC, and ST students, besides expansion of educational infrastructure, particularly in the remote and rural areas, saying these are aimed at providing level play fields among these sections of the society.

 He expressed satisfaction over the enterprising youth of these segments benefiting from skill development programs and hoped that those in the rural areas to avail of the credit and financial services for small businesses. Promotion of entrepreneurship through targeted schemes holds key to their economic empowerment, he said , adding that schemes have been tailored for ameliorating the lot of every segment of these communities in consonance with Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, Sabka Prayas.

Prominent among those present on the occasion included Choudhary Mukhtar Ahmed General Secretary ST Morcha J&K, Choudhary Mohd Javed President ST Morcha, Choudhary Mohd Sharif Vice President ST Morcha, Gulam Ali General Secretary ST Morcha, Haji Mohd Rafik Secretary ST Morcha, Mohd Harun Vice President ST Morcha Samba,Sunil Prajapati President OBC J&k, Rashpal Verma  National Secretary OBC,Vikas Sambyal District secretary BJP Samba Vijay Singh Mohan Lal Sharma Vice President BJP Samba ,Suraj Parkash Verma President BJP Samba, Girdari Lal Raina Spokesman and others.

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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.

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