RAJOURI: Under the directions of Transport Commissioner J&K, Vishesh Paul Mahajan and Deputy Commissioner Rajouri, Abhishek Sharma, Assistant Regional Transport Officer (ARTO), Rajesh Gupta has initiated a stringent enforcement action against traffic violators and criminal offences involving Vehicles.

As part of the drive, eight driving licences (DLs) were disqualified for involvement in NDPS Act cases on the recommendations of the Police. Additionally, four driving licences were disqualified in fatal accident cases, reflecting the administration’s zero-tolerance approach towards reckless and unlawful driving.

Further, four registration certificates (RCs) were suspended for involvement in bovine smuggling cases on police recommendations, while three RCs were suspended for repeated violations of the Motor Vehicles Act. Meanwhile, the authorities, during the drive, challaned 58 vehicles and recovered a fine amounting to ₹89,500.

The ARTO Rajouri emphasized that such drives will continue in the future to ensure strict compliance with traffic laws, enhance road safety and curb criminal activities involving vehicles. He also urged vehicle owners and drivers to adhere strictly to the provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act to avoid penal action.

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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