POONCH: A preparatory meeting for the smooth conduct of Shri Budha Amarnath Ji Yatra 2025 was held today under the chairmanship of Additional Deputy Commissioner Poonch Tahir Mustafa Malik. The meeting was attended by the Nodal Officers for Lodgement Centres, along with representatives from various line departments, including Health, PHE, PWD, PDD, Municipality, Police and other allied services.

The ADC reviewed arrangements related to accommodation, sanitation, water supply, electricity, medical facilities, traffic management and security to ensure that all essential services are in place well ahead of the Yatra. Directions were issued to the concerned departments for timely completion of preparatory works and to maintain close coordination throughout the Yatra period.

The ADC emphasized the importance of inter departmental cooperation to facilitate a safe, comfortable and spiritually enriching experience for all pilgrims. He also stressed on maintaining cleanliness, hygiene, and round the clock support at all lodgement centres and halting points. The administration reaffirmed its commitment to making the Yatra a smooth and successful event and appealed to the public and stakeholders for their active cooperation.

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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