MALPUR: Vice President J&K Bharatiya Janata Yuva Morcha (BJYM J&K), Devyani Rana, today assured people of Nagrota constituency to take up the matter of proposed toll collection at the upcoming Sua No. 1 Toll Plaza on the Jammu–Akhnoor National Highway (NH-144A).

Interacting with public at Malpur in Nagrota Assembly Constituency, Rana acknowledged the concerns among local residents and daily commuters that the establishment of another toll plaza within a short distance of barely 20 to 22 kilometers from the already operational Sohanjana Toll Plaza on the Jammu Ring Road will put an additional financial burden on the road users and impact the accessibility and affordability of intra-district travel.

Rana acknowledged concerns of the residents over the establishment of a second toll collection point within Nagrota constituency, after the Ban Toll Plaza, as they commute regularly for work, education, and essential services across the constituency.  Rana assured the public that the matter will be brought to the attention of the concerned for a comprehensive review over the toll collection process at Sua No 1.  A balanced and people-centric approach has been the guiding philosophy of the pro-people government at the Centre, she maintained.

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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