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JAMMU: Leader of Opposition in the Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly and senior BJP leader Sunil Sharma today launched a scathing attack on the 2026-27 Budget presented by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, describing it as “disgusting and disappointing”.

In a strongly worded reaction, Sunil Sharma alleged that the budget has shattered the hopes and aspirations of all sections of society in Jammu & Kashmir. He accused the National Conference-led government of preparing a partisan document that disproportionately benefits constituencies represented by ruling party MLAs while completely neglecting the genuine concerns of the common people.

Sunil Sharma said that the budget fails to address the long-pending issues of daily wagers, who have been met with mere “toffees” instead of meaningful relief or regularization. It shows no serious commitment toward providing employment opportunities to the unemployed youth of Jammu & Kashmir.

Promises made for poverty alleviation and welfare of weaker sections remain unfulfilled and appear to have been abandoned. Funds have allegedly been shifted and allocated selectively to favour National Conference strongholds, turning the budget into a document “for NC MLAs, not for the people”.

The government is merely showcasing centrally sponsored schemes as its own achievements while failing to bring any substantial new initiatives or relief measures for the people of J&K. Sunil Sharma termed the budget a huge betrayal of the people of Jammu and Kashmir, stating that it has dashed the expectations of every social class be it daily wagers, unemployed youth, middle-class families, or economically weaker sections.

The Leader of Opposition demanded that the government immediately reconsider its priorities and come out with concrete steps to address unemployment, regularize the services of thousands of daily wagers, and ensure equitable development across all regions of the Union Territory.

Sunil Sharma reiterated the BJP’s commitment to fighting for the rights and welfare of every citizen of Jammu & Kashmir and vowed to raise these critical issues both inside and outside the Legislative Assembly.

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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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