GANDERBAL: Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore, today chaired a meeting of the District Level Screening Cum Coordination Committee (DLSCC) to review and process cases related to SRO-43 and relief for victims of terror-related incidents in the district.

The meeting, held in the V.C Room of the DC Office, reviewed several cases and inputs were obtained from the Police Department, Field Functionaries, CRPF, BSF, and Army. The DC reviewed claims submitted by the Next of Kin (NoKs) of civilians killed in terror-related incidents under SRO-43 provisions. He emphasized the need for careful scrutiny and coordination among all stakeholders to ensure timely justice and relief to the affected families.

Underscoring the importance of a transparent and expeditious process, the DC directed the Committee to consider all reports and recommendations from concerned departments while maintaining a humanitarian approach in the decision-making process.

After comprehensive deliberation, the Committee decided to forward several cases to higher authorities for consideration of certain relaxations as per the norms. The meeting was attended by SSP Ganderbal, Khalil Poswal, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Syed Fahim Bihaqi, Assistant Commissioner Revenue, senior officers from the CRPF, BSF, Army, and concerned Tehsildars.

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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