• Assures swift justice & action

BUDGAM: In a tragic incident today, two students from Ichgam area, studying at Government Higher Secondary School Ichgam, got electrocuted after reportedly leaving the school premises to swim in a spring located near a nearby masjid. One student unfortunately lost his life, while the other remains critically injured and is currently under observation at SKIMS Soura Hospital, Srinagar.

Upon receiving the distressing news, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Budgam, Dr. Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat, visited the bereaved family to personally offer condolences and express solidarity with them during this difficult time. Dr Bilal assured the families that strict action will be taken against anyone found negligent, and justice will prevail.

DC further said that, an enquiry committee has already been constituted to investigate the incident thoroughly. He said that the committee will ascertain as to how the electrocution incident occurred, identify any lapses, and ensure that accountability is fixed. He assured the administration is fully committed to a transparent, time-bound enquiry, and any official or individual found guilty of negligence will face action as per the law.

DC said, district administration stands with the families in this moment of grief and will extend all necessary support. Further steps are also being taken to review safety measures around such places, he added. DC was accompanied by ADC Budgam, Dy.CEO Budgam, DEPO Budgam and other officers during the visit.

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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