JAMMU: Divisional Commissioner Jammu Ramesh Kumar, today chaired a meeting to review the arrangements for smooth conduct of annual Mela Kheer Bhawani Mela flagged off from Jammu. The meeting was attended by Deputy Commissioners of Jammu, Ramban, Udhampur, Commissioner JMC, Relief and Rehab Commissioner(M) J&K, SSP Jammu, SSP Security, SSP Traffic, HODs and senior officials of JKSRTC, Tourism, Health, NHAI , Joint Director Information, community leaders and other concerned.

During the meeting, the Divisional Commissioner held threadbare discussion on different arrangements to be ensured by concerned departments. The JKRTC was directed for arranging buses and coordinating the Journey.  The Deputy Commissioner Jammu was directed to deploy a Magistrate to oversee the arrangements here, while Tourism department was asked to install tents for the devotees.

The Divisional Commissioner further directed for deploying Fire tender at the Venue and Ambulance and health staff for the journey. Jammu Municipal Corporation was asked to provide water tankers and Mobile toilets, while ensuring sanitation at the venue. Deputy Commissioner Ramban was asked to make proper arrangements at Chanderkote, where the convoy of pilgrims will halt. The Divisional Commissioner impressed on community leaders and directed the officers deployed for the flagging off of Annual Meal Kheer Bhawani for timely commencing of the Annual pilgrimage.

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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