SHOPIAN: Deputy Commissioner Shopian Shishir Gupta today toured Shopian town in order to take a first hand appraisal of traffic management. DC Shopian accompanied by ADC, Dr.Zakir Hussain Faaz, Tehsildar, CEO, MC, ARTO, CEO, DIO, Exen R&B and other officers toured high footfall areas experiencing huge traffic including Hospital Road, Clock Tower, Jamia Masjid and Zero Point.

DC took stock of the current position of the traffic management and reviewed measures to be taken for efficient space utilisation for parking areas. After taking on ground assessment, DC issued instructions for taking measures for streamlining the traffic in the town, including better space utilisation for public amenities, demarcating no parking and vending zones in high footfall areas and earmarking parking space in the town.

He also directed for bridging infrastructure gaps in the town along with enhancing the aesthetic view of the town by taking beautification measures. DC also stressed on undertaking strict action against wrong parking and  encroachment of roads and footpaths to avoid traffic congestion. Regulation of heavy vehicles into the town was also discussed and appropriate action was emphasised to be taken on the implementation of the traffic SOPs.

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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Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here