RAMBAN: In preparation for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2025, Deputy Commissioner Mohammad Alyas Khan today visited Banihal to inspect the civic facilities at key yatra camp-sites and maintenance work on National Highway-44.

SSP Kulbir Singh, ADC Varunjeet Singh Charak, PD NHAI Parshotam Singh, SDM Banihal Mohammad Naseeb, SDM Ramsoo Mazahir Hussain Shah, Executive Engineers from PWD, Jal Shakti, JPDCL, REW and other district officers accompanied the DC during the visit.  During the inspection, the DC directed NHAI to deploy additional manpower and machinery to clear debris, improve road shoulders and blacktop key stretches along Nashri to Banihal stretch of the NH-44. He also asked for speedy completion of the Canopy (Cut and Cover) Tunnel at Mehar–Cafeteria Morh Ramban to minimize traffic congestion.

At Lamber Ground, a key Yatra camp site, the Deputy Commissioner instructed JPDCL to ensure uninterrupted power supply in and around Yatra camp and keep emergency generators ready at all critical locations, particularly those of strategic importance. Emphasizing safety, the DC discussed the security measures with SSP and directed to ensure flawless functioning of all CCTV cameras and joint control rooms. He set a strict deadline of June 20 for completion of all the tasks assigned to different 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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