SOPORE: Deputy Inspector General of Police, North Kashmir Range Baramulla, Dr. Vinod Kumar–IPS, today visited Police District Sopore and held a detailed security and crime review meeting.

The meeting was attended by SSP Sopore, Shri Iftkhar Talib-JKPS, Addl. SP Sopore, SDPOs, DySP Ops and SHOs of the district. This marked the first field visit of DIG NKR to Police District Sopore after assuming charge of North Kashmir Range.

During the meeting, a comprehensive review of the security scenario, crime situation and ongoing operations was undertaken. Special emphasis was laid on maintaining a robust security grid, strengthening intelligence gathering and ensuring prompt and effective response to emerging challenges.

The progress of investigations in important cases, including those under NDPS and other major crimes, was also reviewed. Officers were directed to ensure quality investigation, timely completion of cases and effective prosecution.

DIG NKR stressed the need for enhanced coordination among all units, increased vigilance, and sustained efforts to curb crime and maintain law & order. He also emphasised the importance of public engagement and community-oriented policing.

The officers were instructed to continue focused enforcement under the Nasha Mukt Jammu & Kashmir Abhiyaan, along with proactive measures to ensure peace, stability and public confidence across the district.

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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