BANDIPORA: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, today presided over a meeting with district and sectoral officers at the Mini Secretariat here to review arrangements for winter stocking of essentials in Bandipora district. The meeting focused on ensuring timely stocking of essential commodities, including rice grains, LPG cylinders, diesel for DG sets, seeds for farming practices, and firewood.

DC sought feedback from all departments and directed that stocking be completed in a time-bound manner by October 20th. She laid special emphasis on preparedness of the Health department, especially with regard to expecting mothers and critical care. BMO Gurez informed that adequate arrangements have been made to meet healthcare requirements during winter.

Mechanical Engineering Department (MED) officer also briefed the DC about snow clearance measures and assured readiness of machinery for prompt deployment. The meeting was attended by ADC Bandipora, Zaffar Husson Shawl; senior officers from police, PWD, Jal Shakti, PDD, Agriculture, Horticulture, Social Welfare, Health, Food & Civil Supplies, Fire & Emergency Services, and representatives of traders’ federations. Officers from Gurez subdivision, including SDM Gurez, Tehsildar Gurez, BMO Gurez and other concerned officials, joined the meeting virtually.

Earlier in the day, DC also chaired a separate meeting regarding helicopter services for Gurez during the winter months. The meeting was attended by representatives from the Divisional Commissioner’s office, CISF, NHPC, Civil Aviation, Jet Services, and other concerned officers. On the occasion, DC stressed adherence to proper protocol, transparency in management, and effective utilisation of sorties to ensure hassle-free movement of passengers during closure of the Bandipora–Gurez road.

It was further given out that, in addition to the already existing locations, three new helipad sites have been identified. Directions were passed to ensure that windsocks, smoke alarms, and windshields are installed at all helipads to ensure smooth operations and safety compliance. DC urged all departments to work in synergy to ensure smooth delivery of essential services and to minimise public inconvenience especially during the harsh winter months.

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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