JAMMU: BJP's MLA from Padder Nagseni and Leader of Opposition in J&K Assembly, Sunil Sharma, has welcomed the new union budget presented by the Government of India. Sharma hailed the allocation of Rs. 41,000 crores for Jammu and Kashmir, terming it a "landmark moment" for the region. According to Sunil Sharma, this significant allocation will propel J&K's development journey forward, under the dynamic leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

He said that BJP Government has opened new doors of development, especially inclusive development, in Jammu and Kashmir, and remarkable changes are visible on grounds. The BJP leader emphasized that the union budget is a crucial step towards transforming Jammu and Kashmir into a 'Naya Jammu and Kashmir', building on the vast development initiatives already undertaken in the region.

He said, the union budget's focus on infrastructure development, healthcare, and education is expected to have a positive impact on J&K's economy and the lives of its citizens. With the union budget paving the way for unprecedented development in J&K, Sharma urged the people of the region to work together to ensure that the benefits of the budget reach every corner of the state.

He further discussed the budget presented at national level saying the new tax regime as well as other provisions of new budget are a welcome step for every single household of country and will pave way for moving ahead on making India more developed and strong.

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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.

— Team JK Monitor

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