• Reviews relief, rehabilitation measures  

POONCH: Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar visited District Poonch today to assess the situation in areas affected by recent cross border shelling and to review the relief and rehabilitation measures undertaken by the District Administration.

The visit commenced with an interaction at Dak Bungalow Poonch, where the Divisional Commissioner was briefed by the Deputy Commissioner Vikas Kundal and other district officers on the prevailing ground situation and the steps being taken to support the affected population. Emphasis was laid on timely relief distribution, inter-departmental coordination, and addressing the immediate needs of the victims.

Afterwards, the Divisional Commissioner accompanied by the Deputy Commissioner and other officers, visited several shelling affected areas including Mohalla Kama Khan near District Hospital, Mohalla Syndicate, Village Chaktro, and the District Police Line, Poonch. He inspected the damage caused to residential structures and property, interacted with local residents and took stock of the overall losses incurred due to the shelling.

During the visit, the Divisional Commissioner expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives and conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. He assured them that the government stands firmly with them in this hour of grief and that all possible assistance would be provided at the earliest.

The Divisional Commissioner also listened to concerns of the people and noted their grievances and demands including construction of additional bunkers in vulnerable areas. The Divisional Commissioner assured resolution of the demand by taking up the matter with the government.

The Div Com further directed the concerned departments to ensure adequate medical care for the injured, expedite the damage assessment process, and facilitate timely disbursement of relief and compensation. He stressed the importance of a prompt, transparent, and coordinated response, along with continuous monitoring of the affected areas to ensure effective implementation of relief measures.

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.

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