POONCH: Deputy Commissioner Poonch, Vikas Kundal, today visited several areas of the town affected by the recent cross border shelling. He was accompanied by senior officers of the district administration.

During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner inspected Mohalla Qazi Mohra, Mohalla Dungus, Mohalla Sarain, District Police Lines, District Court Complex, Jamia Zia Ul Uloom, Mohalla Geeta Bhawan, Mohalla Kamsar, Mohalla Radio Station, Gurudwara Singh Sabha and Mohalla Kama Khan all of which suffered damage due to cross border shelling.

The Deputy Commissioner interacted with local residents and took stock of the ground situation. He directed the concerned authorities to conduct a detailed assessment of property damage and submit comprehensive reports promptly.

The administration assured the affected residents and institutions of all necessary support. Officials were also instructed to ensure timely relief and rehabilitation in coordination with local agencies. The Deputy Commissioner is expected to visit the remaining areas affected by the cross border shelling shortly to assess the situation firsthand.

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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