• Stresses on strengthening safety system, transport services

DODA: A meeting of the Regional Transport Authority (RTA) was convened the other day here in the Conference Hall at DC Office Complex under the chairmanship of the Deputy Commissioner (DC), Harvinder Singh to review key transport-related issues and further strengthen the road safety and public transport services in the district.

The meeting deliberated on measures for streamlining traffic management, regulating vehicle operations and ensuring strict enforcement of transport and motor vehicle rules. Stress was laid on regulation of permits, vehicle fitness and effective traffic enforcement mechanisms, besides enhancing inter-departmental coordination to facilitate smooth and efficient transportation across the district.

The Deputy Commissioner directed the concerned officers to take proactive and time-bound measures to address bottlenecks and resolve public grievances regarding transport services.

The meeting was attended by the Senior Superintendent of Police, Sandeep Mehta; Assistant Regional Transport Officer (ARTO), Inspectors from the Motor Vehicles Department and other concerned officers and officials.

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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