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JAMMU: Additional District Magistrate Ansuya Jamwal today chaired a meeting to review the arrangements for the upcoming Gurupurab celebrations with particular emphasis on ensuring smooth conduct and public convenience. Pertinently, two Nagar Kirtans are planned ahead of Gurupurab—one on January 1 at RS Pura and another on January 3 from Bibi Chand Kaur Gurudwara Jammu. The ADM called for meticulous preparations for these processions, ensuring public safety and participation.

The ADM instructed the Traffic Police and organisers to ensure a well-coordinated traffic management plan, emphasising the need for smooth vehicular movement and hassle-free passage for participants and commuters alike. Stressing the importance of public awareness, she directed the concerned departments to publish and widely publicise traffic advisories in advance.

In a bid to enhance security, directions were issued to ensure the installation of CCTV cameras at key spots. The Fire and Emergency Services Department was instructed to deploy both mobile and stationary teams at strategic locations. Ansuya Jamwal also reviewed sanitation and cleanliness measures, assigning the Jammu Municipal Corporation the task of maintaining hygiene in and around Gurudwaras and procession routes.

Jal Shakti and Public Works departments were directed to ensure proper barricading and make necessary arrangements for uninterrupted water and power supply. Medical teams will be stationed at critical points, and magistrates will be deputed to oversee ground level coordination. Besides the district officers, the meeting was also attended by religious leaders.

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here
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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