BANDIPORA: In view of the upcoming observance of Muharram-ul-Haram 2025, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Manzoor Ahmad Qadri today convened a high-level coordination meeting at Dak Bungalow, Sumbal to finalize arrangements for the peaceful and smooth conduct of religious events across the district.

During the meeting, DC emphasized inter-departmental coordination, timely execution of facilities, and maintaining law and order during the Muharram days. He directed all concerned departments to ensure uninterrupted power and water supply, proper sanitation, healthcare services, and traffic regulation at all major congregation sites.

On the occasion, DC directed concerned officers from departments including PDD, Jal Shakti, R&B, Health, Fire & Emergency Services, Food Civil Supplies, Police and Municipal Committees to stay alert and ensure all necessary arrangements are in place well in advance.

He underscored the importance of maintaining peace and communal harmony during the Muharram period, stressing the need for seamless coordination among the district administration, police authorities, and religious bodies to ensure the smooth and dignified conduct of all related processions and events.

On the occasion, religious leaders and community representatives raised several concerns related to healthcare, electricity, drinking water and other essential arrangements for Muharram congregations.

While giving a patient hearing to the issues highlighted, DC assured that all genuine demands would be addressed on priority. He directed the concerned departments to take immediate action for timely resolution of the issues.

Among others, the meeting was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner Bandipora, Zaffar Hussain Shawl; Programme Officer ICDS, Yaar Ali Khan; SDM Sumbal, Chief Planning Officer Bandipora and other concerned officers.

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.

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