BUDGAM: District Election Officer (DEO) Budgam, Dr. Bilal Mohi-ud-Din Bhat, today visited several polling stations across 27–Assembly Constituency Budgam to take firsthand assessment of the polling process during the ongoing Bye-Elections. During the visit, the DEO inspected polling stations at Sheikhpora, Ompora, Main Budgam Town and various other locations to review the arrangements, voter turnout, and overall conduct of polling.

The DEO expressed satisfaction over the smooth and peaceful polling process and appreciated the efforts of polling personnel, security forces, and sectoral officers and zonal police officers in ensuring a well-coordinated and secure electoral exercise. “Polling is going on smoothly across all polling stations in the constituency. We are committed to ensuring free, fair, transparent, and inclusive elections,” said the DEO.

He added that special efforts were made to encourage higher voter turnout through continuous voter awareness and facilitation measures. He also interacted with voters, polling staff, and security personnel to take feedback regarding facilities and arrangements at the polling stations. The District Election Officer commended the cooperation of citizens and urged all eligible voters to come forward and exercise their right to vote, strengthening the democratic fabric of the nation.

The DEO reiterated the district administration’s commitment to uphold the sanctity of the electoral process and ensure a comfortable and accessible voting experience for all, including women, senior citizens, and persons with special abilities. Besides, ASP Budgam, Syed Sajjad Bukhari, other concerned officers also accompanied the DEO.

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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