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DODA: Continuing drives against Motor Vehicle Act violations, the Traffic Police National Highway under the supervision of SSP Rohit Baskotra registered a case FIR for overloading and endangering the human lives at Doda Sector.

A Traffic Police team of Traffic Sub-Division Doda-Kishtwar seized an overloaded passenger Vehicle (Mini Bus) bearing registration No:-JK06A/4027during routine Traffic Checking at Doda. It was found that the vehicle was overloaded with 30 excess Passengers against the seating capacity of 24 as per R.C and hence endangering human lives. On this, a case FIR No. 64/2025U/S 281/125 BNS stands registered at Police Station Doda. The Vehicle has been seized on the spot and further investigation of the case is going on.

While sharing the details, SSP Traffic Rohit Baskotra said that stringent action is being taken against MV Act Violators amid a sustained drive launched by Traffic Police NHW. “Traffic Police have published a detailed advisory for all types of commuters travelling on NHW in which parents were also advised not to send their wards to school in private vehicles being used for commercial purpose as it is in contravention to law and jeopardizes safety of the students” SSP Traffic said.

He urged the public to clear Traffic violation Challans pending in different courts the lists of which have been published in M-Parivahan Portal. He appealed commuters to follow Traffic rules and join hands to make the UT roads safe for all type of users, right from pedestrian to vehicle owners. People can complain against visible traffic violations on traffic helpline numbers -9419993745-9906023617, besides Toll Free Number-18001807043 TCU-8491928625.

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here
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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