ANANTNAG: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Anantnag, SF Hamid, reviewed the arrangements for the upcoming Republic Day-2026 celebrations during a comprehensive meeting with concerned officers today at Dak Bangalow, Khanabal.

The meeting was attended by ADCs, GM DIC, ACR, ACD, SDMs,CPO, CMO, CEO, CAO, CAHO, DSEO, representative of SSP, district and sectoral officers, representatives of Educational Institutions and other concerned officials.

At the outset, the DC noted that Republic Day marks an important milestone in the history of our country. He called for celebrating the occasion with traditional zeal and enthusiasm, and directed all officers and departments to make necessary arrangements befitting the national event. He further remarked that all concerned officers and agencies must execute their assigned tasks seamlessly to ensure the celebrations are a grand success.

During the meeting, arrangements related to the timing and schedule of the event, security, sanitation and cleanliness, seating, medical facilities, power and water supply, illumination and decoration, deployment of fire tenders, transportation, invitations besides stage management, PA system installation, and prize distribution were reviewed in detail.

The meeting was informed that the main function will be held at Shaheed Humayun Muzammil Memorial, Government Degree College (Boys), Khanabal, where the National Flag will be unfurled by the Chief Guest, followed by a parade by contingents of the J&K Police and other security forces. Colourful cultural items highlighting patriotism, nationalism, and folk traditions will also be presented on the occasion.

It was further informed that similar functions will be organized at the Sub-Division and Tehsil levels, where the respective SDMs and Tehsildars shall ensure that all necessary arrangements are made well in advance for smooth conduct of the Republic Day celebrations.

Urging officers to perform their duties diligently, the DC emphasized that coordinated efforts of all departments are essential to organize the Republic Day celebrations with festive and patriotic fervour.

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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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