UDHAMPUR: For the smooth and successful conduct of the Devika Half Marathon, scheduled on September 13, 2026, Additional Deputy Commissioner Udhampur Prem Singh today convened a meeting of officers from the line departments to review and finalize the arrangements.

Threadbare discussions were held on arrangements for security, sanitation, healthcare, traffic management, drinking water supply and route management. The ADC emphasized the importance of seamless coordination and close collaboration among the concerned departments to ensure that all necessary arrangements are finalized and put in place well in advance.

Executive Engineer Jal Shakti Department was directed to ensure adequate drinking water supply along the route, while CEO, Municipal Council was tasked with cleanliness and sanitation. The Chief Medical Officer was asked to deploy a team of doctors along with an ambulance to provide first aid and immediate medical assistance. District and Traffic Police were directed to deploy adequate personnel to ensure foolproof security and smooth regulation of traffic during the event.

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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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