JAMMU: Principal District & Sessions Judge and Chairman District Legal Services Authority (DLSA) Jammu R. N. Watal today interacted with media personnel to raise public awareness about the 4th National Lok Adalat scheduled on December 13, 2025. The media interaction underscored the objectives, scope and anticipated outcomes of the forthcoming event, reinforcing the judiciary’s commitment to accessible and expeditious justice.

Earlier, the Chairman presided over a meeting to review preparations made for the smooth conduct of the 4th National Lok Adalat, 2025. He asked the concerned authorities to ensure that all necessary arrangements are put in place well in time.

Reviewing the preparations, the Chairman discussed various aspects such as   Case identification-Identifying pending cases that can be resolved through the National Lok Adalat,    Logistical arrangements- Ensuring that all necessary logistical arrangements, such as venue, infrastructure and personnel are in place. He further discussed the awareness and outreach- Raising awareness about the National Lok Adalat and its benefits among the public, particularly those with pending cases.

The Chairman held another meeting with Bank Managers and their Advocates, Divisional Managers of the Insurance Companies and their Advocates and Representatives and advocates of the Insurance Companies.

The meeting was attended by Presiding Officer of Motor Accidents Claim Tribunal Jammu Khem Raj; Presiding Officer of Fast Track Court & Incharge Officer of Addl. District Judge Bank Court Amarjeet Singh Langeh; Addl. Sessions Judge Anti Corruption Rajni Sharma and Secretary District Legal Services Authority Jammu Maleeka Sharma.

The Divisional Managers of the Insurance Companies were directed to pursue for amicable settlement of Insurance cases. The Chairman asked   the officials to work in coordination to make National Lok Adalat a success as it is a significant event that provides a platform for the resolution of pending cases through mediation and settlement.

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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.

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