RAMBAN: On the directions of Deputy Commissioner Ramban, Baseer-Ul-Haq Chaudhary, a comprehensive early morning enforcement drive was conducted in Banihal to address public transport-related issues and ensure strict compliance with road safety norms. The drive was led by ARTO Kuldeep Singh, along with a team of MVI and AMVI officials.

The team continued checking drives on the National Highway and surrounding link routes to curb violations by vehicle operators. As part of the initiative, a road safety audit of school buses operated by private schools in Banihal was also carried out to ensure the safety of school-going children.

In addition to the enforcement measures, an awareness program was organized at Alam Shah Convent Higher Secondary School, Banihal, where students and staff were sensitized about road safety rules and the importance of adhering to traffic regulations.

During the drive, several vehicles were challaned and seized for various violations. Another round of checking was also carried out in Magerkot, Ukhral, and Alinbass areas, resulting in the seizure and challaning of vehicles in the Ukhral region.

En-route, the ARTO accompanied by MVI Vishawjeet Singh Raju and AMVI Darpen Sharma, engaged with transport operators and passengers traveling in passenger vehicles. They were sensitized about the importance of maintaining safe speeds and avoiding overloading to ensure commuter safety. Transport operators were also instructed to increase the frequency of passenger vehicles during peak hours to minimize public inconvenience and ensure timely travel for commuters.

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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