UDHAMPUR: To discuss the implementation of the Model Code of Conduct and address key issues related to the upcoming General Assembly Election in the district, the District Election Officer,  Udhampur, Saloni Rai, convened a  meeting with district heads and representatives of various political parties. The meeting took place at the Mini Conference Hall within the DC Office Complex, Udhampur.

Deputy District Election Officer, Dr. Anirudh Rai, Assistant Commissioner Revenue, Dr. Umesh Shan, SDM Ramnagar Rafiq Ahmad Jaral, along with other officers and representatives from various political parties.

The meeting featured detailed discussions on several aspects of the electoral process which includes enforcement of the Model Code of Conduct, Election Expenditure Monitoring System, Media Certification & Monitoring Committee, Transport Management and awareness activities under the Systematic Voters' Education and Electoral Participation (SVEEP) program.

During the discussions, the DEO stressed the importance of strict adherence to the Model Code of Conduct to ensure free and fair elections. She outlined the responsibilities of political parties and their candidates in maintaining the integrity of the electoral process, urging them to comply with the guidelines established by the Election Commission of India in light of the forthcoming General Assembly Elections, 2024.

Furthermore, district heads and political representatives received hands-on training on various e-apps, including C- Vigil which enables citizens to report violations of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC), the Suvidha Candidate App, Voter Helpline App, Know Your Candidate App, SVEEP portal, Affidavit Portal and other applications designed to ensure smooth and transparent elections. The DEO also informed the political representatives about the pre-certification process for paid news and advertisements.

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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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