RAJOURI: Acting on the directions of Deputy Commissioner Rajouri, Abhishek Sharma, a joint Naka was laid today by the District Police and Motor Vehicles Department (MVD) Rajouri on the National Highway to intensify enforcement of traffic regulations and ensure road safety.

The special drive was carried out under the supervision of ARTO Rajouri, Rajesh Gupta; Motor Vehicle Inspector, Rahul Singh and DySP Headquarters, Satish Kumar. During the Naka, a total of 29 challans were issued for various violations, including plying of vehicles without valid Route Permits, non-functioning of Speed Limiting Devices (SLD) and lack of valid fitness certificates.

In a significant move to curb illegal and unsafe transportation, 17 vehicles were seized and handed over to PS Rajouri. A fine amounting to Rs. 1,11,600 is to be realized from the violators. The enforcement team strictly warned all vehicle operators to adhere to traffic rules and regulations. The officials emphasized that such joint enforcement drives will continue in the future to promote safer road behavior and reduce the risk of accidents.

The district administration urges the public, especially commercial vehicle operators, to ensure their vehicles are properly documented, mechanically fit and in full compliance with all legal provisions.

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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