BUDGAM: To take stock of arrangements for the peaceful and smooth conduct of religious processions in view of ensuing Muharram-Ul-Haram, particularly the one scheduled on 7th Muharram, Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Khansahib, Jahangir Ahmed, today conducted an extensive visit to the Shia-dominated area of Yarisatroo. During the visit, SDM Khansahib inspected the entire procession route up to the revered Ziyarat of Hazrat Qasim (RA) and assessed the status of essential services.

He laid special emphasis on doorstep delivery of ration supplies to avoid any inconvenience to the public during the holy days, uninterrupted electricity and potable water supply, including deployment of water tankers, sanitation and cleanliness along the procession route and around religious places, medical facilities and emergency response preparedness.

A coordination meeting was also held inside the Imam Bara Yarisatroo, where the SDM interacted with local religious heads, community representatives, and civil society members. He assured them of full administrative support and directed the concerned departments to work in close coordination to ensure that all arrangements are put in place well in advance.

He further urged the departments to adopt a proactive approach in addressing issues on the ground and to remain available during the days of religious significance. SDM was accompanied by officers from all line departments including Revenue, PHE, PDD, RDD, FCS&CA, Municipal authorities, and Health Department.

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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