• ADC Handwara also visits injured students

KUPWARA: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kupwara, Ayushi Sudan today expressed deep sorrow over the unfortunate road accident of College Bus early morning on Saturday at Vodhpora Handwara that resulted in the death of two students and injury to several others.

Soon after the incident, the DC rushed to the GMC Handwara where injured persons were taken and are undergoing treatment. She monitored the situation and directed the hospital authorities to ensure proper treatment and care of the injured for their speedy recovery.

Ayushi expressed her deep sorrow over the incident and extended condolences with the bereaved families who lost their dear ones in the unfortunate accident. Talking to media persons, the DC said that an investigation in the matter is going on and an FIR has been registered.

Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC), Handwara,  Javed Naseem Masoodi also visited the road accident victims at District Hospital Handwara and took stock of the situation.  

He interacted with the injured students and hospital staff and directed the hospital administration for best possible medical care for speedy recovery of the injured. He expressed deep regret over the incident and prayed for the recovery of the injured.

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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