SRINAGAR, OCT 22: The Jammu and Kashmir unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday felicitated former General Secretary (Organisation) Ashok Koul in recognition of his dedicated service, organisational leadership and significant contribution towards strengthening the party’s grassroots network across Jammu and Kashmir. The felicitation ceremony, held at Countryside Hotel in Nowgam, Srinagar, was attended by J&K BJP President and Rajya Sabha MP Sat Sharma CA, Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma, BJP General Secretaries Mohammad Anwar Khan and Gopal Mahajan, J&K Waqf Board Chairperson Dr. Darakhshan Andrabi, MLA R.S. Pathania and several other senior party leaders and functionaries.
Addressing the gathering, Sat Sharma said the BJP has consistently recognised and honoured the dedication, commitment and selfless service of leaders and workers who contribute to the organisation’s growth and advancement of its ideology. He emphasised that the party’s strength lies in its disciplined organisational structure and the sustained efforts of its grassroots workers, whose commitment plays a crucial role in expanding the party’s reach and strengthening its connection with the people.
Sharma said the BJP values dedication, sincerity, discipline and ideological commitment above personal ambitions and positions. Contrasting the party’s organisational culture with what he described as political parties driven by individuals or families, he asserted that the BJP draws its strength from workers who serve the organisation with honesty and commitment. He added that every worker’s sincere contribution deserves recognition and respect, irrespective of organisational rank or designation.
Highlighting Koul’s role, Sharma said his extensive organisational experience, disciplined working style and tireless efforts had contributed significantly to expanding the BJP’s organisational network and consolidating its grassroots presence across Jammu and Kashmir. He described the felicitation as a recognition of Koul’s sustained commitment and the efforts he had made to strengthen the party’s organisational foundation.
Leader of Opposition Sunil Sharma also lauded Koul’s contribution, stating that the ceremony reflected the BJP’s tradition of acknowledging dedication, loyalty and selfless service. He said Koul had worked under challenging circumstances, guided numerous party workers and played an important role in strengthening the organisational structure across the Union Territory. He emphasised the importance of experienced organisational leadership in nurturing workers and maintaining the party’s cohesion.
Expressing gratitude, Ashok Koul thanked the party leadership, senior functionaries and workers for their affection, cooperation and continued support throughout his organisational journey. Reaffirming his commitment to the party’s ideology, he urged workers to maintain unity, discipline and dedication while continuing to serve society and strengthen the organisation.
The ceremony highlighted the BJP leadership’s emphasis on organisational continuity, collective responsibility and recognition of the contributions of leaders and workers who have helped shape the party’s political and organisational presence across Jammu and Kashmir.
