RAMBAN: Deputy Commissioner Ramban Baseer-Ul-Haq Chaudhary today visited several sites along the National Highway-44 (NH-44) damaged due to fresh mudslides. Accompanied by Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Kulbir Singh, and SSP Traffic National Highway, Raja Adil Hamid, monitored the ongoing restoration work at Seri and other affected locations across the district.

The National Highway was closed for traffic after a fresh cloudburst today morning and subsequent mudslides at over five locations, severely impacting vehicular movement and stranding commuters. Taking stock of the work in progress, the Deputy Commissioner said that restoration of traffic movement on NH-44 is the top priority to ensure that stranded vehicles and passengers reach their destinations safely. He informed that adequate manpower and machinery have been pressed into service to expedite the clearance operations.

The Deputy Commissioner also informed that the cloudburst has significantly affected villages like Bagna, Maroge, Balihote, and Sincha. Assessment of damages and immediate restoration work will start soon in these areas to mitigate the impact on local residents Further, the district administration is providing all possible assistance, including food and other essential items, to stranded drivers and needy individuals.

The Deputy Commissioner has appealed to the public to remain patient, follow official traffic and weather advisories, and avoid unnecessary travel until the highway is fully restored and safe for movement. Rely on Information available on official handles of District Administration, District Police Ramban and Traffic Police, he added.

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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