SRINAGAR:  As part of ongoing efforts to enhance Police capabilities and operational preparedness, IGP Kashmir Shri V.K. Birdi visited District Anantnag today. The visit focused on multiple initiatives aimed at strengthening law enforcement effectiveness.

At the District Police Lines Anantnag, IGP Kashmir supervised a Special Operations Group (SOG) Competency Enhancement Test, which assessed and honed the skills of SOG personnel. He highlighted the significance of such exercises in maintaining operational excellence and encouraged personnel to consistently upgrade their skills to meet emerging security challenges.

IGP Kashmir also inspected an ongoing training workshop on NDPS (Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances) case investigations for Police officers. The workshop focused on improving investigative techniques, strengthening evidence collection, and ensuring robust legal action against offenders. Shri V.K. Birdi stressed the importance of thorough investigations and professionalism in handling narcotics-related cases to curb the menace of drug trafficking effectively.

Additionally, IGP Kashmir chaired an operational meeting with senior officers, including DIG SKR Shri Javid Iqbal, SSP Anantnag Dr. G.V. Sundeep Chakravarthy, SP Headquarters Anantnag Shri Sajad Ahmad, ASP Anantnag Shri Ghulam Hassan, and others. The meeting reviewed the district's security situation and discussed strategies to further strengthen law and order.

This visit underscores the commitment of J&K Police to enhancing operational readiness and tackling emerging challenges to ensure the safety and security of the community.

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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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