BANDIPORA: In an effort to promote safe and responsible driving, the Assistant Regional Transport Office (ARTO) Bandipora on Tuesday organized a Road Safety Signature Campaign aimed at spreading awareness among the general public, especially drivers and youth.

The campaign was conducted at prominent locations across the district, where participants voluntarily signed a pledge committing themselves to follow traffic rules, avoid rash driving, wear seat belts and helmets, and refrain from drunk driving. Officials emphasized that road safety is a shared responsibility and can significantly reduce accidents if basic rules are followed.

Speaking on the occasion, officials from ARTO Bandipora highlighted the rising number of road accidents and stressed the importance of awareness, discipline, and civic sense while using public roads. Pamphlets and awareness material were also distributed to educate people about traffic norms and safety measures.

The initiative received an encouraging response from the public, with students, drivers, and commuters actively participating.  The ARTO office stated that similar awareness programs will continue in the future as part of the ongoing road safety drive to ensure safer roads in the district

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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