* Terms Rly Div accomplishment of father’s dream
Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Jan 6: Devyani Rana, daughter of former MLA and senior BJP leader late Devender Singh Rana, has been nominated as vice-president (VP) of Bharatiya Janata Yuwa Morcha (BJYM), J&K.
Arun Prabhat, president, BJYM J&K in consultation with Sat Sharma CA, president, BJP J&K and Ashok Koul, general secretary (organization), BJP J&K nominated Devyani Rana as the vice-president, BJYM, J&K.
Tarun Chugh, national general secretary, BJP and Prabhari, J&K BJP, Sat Sharma, president, J&K BJP, Sunil Sharma, LoP, Kavinder Gupta, former Dy CM, Aseem Gupta, vice-president, J&K BJP, Vibodh Gupta, general secretary, J&K BJP, and other senior leaders of party were present on the occasion.
Later addressing a women gathering at Kotli in Mathwar Mandal of Nagrota Assembly segment, Devyani Rana hailed the inauguration of the Jammu Railway Division by Prime Minister, Narendra Modi as a path-breaking initiative to transform the region’s connectivity and unlock opportunities for economic growth and employment. Devyani Rana also called it the fulfillment of her late father, Devender Singh Rana’s, long cherished and pursued dream.
Speaking to a women gathering as part of public outreach programmes following her father’s unfortunate demise, Devyani Rana highlighted Devender Singh Rana’s relentless pursuit of the Jammu Railway Division. “Less than a week before his untimely demise, my father made a request to the Union Railway Minister, Ashwini Vaishnaw and J&K Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha for the crucial need for a separate Railway Division for Jammu,” she said.
Rana expressed gratitude to Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha for publicly acknowledging her father’s contributions during the inauguration function.
“The Jammu Railway Division is not just an infrastructural milestone but a testament to the late visionary leader’s tireless efforts. As Jammu embarks on a new chapter of progress, the people remember and honor the enduring legacy of Devender Singh Rana-a leader whose dedication to the region’s welfare will continue to inspire generations”, she said.
Also complimenting the party leadership rank, Devyani Rana said, “The immense encouragement, support and solidarity graciously shown by all ensured that Rana’s vision and work is remembered and honoured” .
Overwhelmed with emotion, Rana also extended her gratitude to the people of Nagrota constituency by saying “Your unwavering patronage and encouragement gives me the strength every day to carry forward the mission of our beloved Devender Singh Rana,”.