GANDERBAL: In order to review the implementation of the Road Safety Action Plan and discuss multi-sectoral measures to enhance road safety across the district, a meeting of the District Road Safety Committee (DRSC) was today convened here under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner (DC) Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore. Officials from various departments briefed the chair on measures already undertaken to decongest the town areas, smooth flow of traffic and erection of crash barriers, besides installation of road signage at critical points.

The DC directed for installing adequate signage boards, crash barriers at vulnerable sites across the district especially along the national highway to prevent road fatalities. Transport and Traffic Departments were asked to enforce traffic regulations strictly and take stern action against habitual violators including cancelling their driving licenses, permits and registration certificates. He also directed them to submit a monthly report of action taken against offenders.

The DC directed for inspection/ audit of school buses and vehicles to avert any untoward incidents. He instructed stakeholders to intensify awareness campaigns in schools, and public spaces to make informed drivers which will ultimately aid in preventing mishaps.

Among others, the meeting was attended by Senior Superintendent of Police Ganderbal, Khalil Poswal; Additional Deputy Commissioner, Superintending Engineer PW (R&B), Chief Medical Officer, Assistant Regional Transport Officer, Executive Engineers of various Engineering wings, Dy. CEO, Dy.SP Traffic as well as representatives of NHAI, BRO and sectoral officers from line departments.

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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