BUDGAM: In connection with the celebration of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) being observed across the nation on October 31, marking the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Budgam Mehraj-ud-din shah today convened a meeting to review preparedness for the Pad Yatra being organised in the district.

The Pad Yatra is scheduled to be held tomorrow and will commence from the parking space of Municipal Council Budgam and culminate at the DC Office Complex, Budgam.  The event is being organised to commemorate the unparalleled contributions of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, popularly known as the Iron Man of India, who played a pivotal role in strengthening the spirit of national integration.

During the meeting, the ADC took a detailed review of all arrangements including route management, security, traffic regulation, medical assistance, participation of students and officials, and overall logistics to ensure smooth conduct of the Pad Yatra.  The ADC directed all concerned departments including Police, Municipal Council Budgam, Education, Health, and Information to work in close coordination for successful organisation of the event.

He emphasized that the day is an occasion to reaffirm the nation’s collective commitment to unity, integrity, and security, and urged all participants to take part with enthusiasm and discipline. The meeting was attended by CPO, CMO budgam, ACD, DIO and officers from Police, Municipal Council Budgam, Education,and other concerned departments.

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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