UDHAMPUR: To review and finalize arrangements for the celebration of the 16th National Voters’ Day 2026- themed “My India, My Vote” with the tagline “Citizen at the Heart of the Indian Democracy,” the Additional District Development Commissioner  Udhampur, Jugal Kishore today convened a meeting of officers from the line departments.

The meeting was attended by Deputy District Election Officer, Babu Pardeep Kumar; District Information Officer, Neeraj Bhargav; EROs, AEROs and other concerned officers. Heads of the educational institutions also participated in the meeting through virtual mode.

While rolling out the schedule of activities, the meeting was informed that  a series of awareness activities including rallies, debates, painting competitions, quizzes, slogan writing contests, webinars and the National Voters’ Day pledge would be organized, involving college and school students at the District, Sub-Division and Tehsil levels to spread awareness among voters.

Emphasizing the importance of maximum public participation, the ADDC pitched for launching an extensive awareness campaign with a special focus on new voters. He urged the officers to work with dedication, coordination and commitment to ensure a vibrant and successful celebration of National Voters’ Day.

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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