PULWAMA: District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) Pulwama, in collaboration with the Department of Disaster Management, Relief, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction (DMRR&R), today organised a one-day training programme on the Incident Response System (IRS) at the Circuit House, Pulwama. The programme aimed to strengthen the district-level response mechanism and promote coordinated and effective action during emergencies and disasters.

During the event, Deputy Secretary, DMRR&R, Snober Jamil conducted an orientation session, sensitising participants about their respective roles and responsibilities under the IRS framework. She highlighted the importance of preparedness, coordination, and timely response to mitigate the impact of disasters.

Additionally, Brig. Kuldip Singh (Retd) delivered an insightful virtual session on the concept, objectives, and functioning of the Incident Response System. He emphasised the need for a clear chain of command, defined responsibilities, and efficient resource mobilisation during crisis situations.

Participants were also briefed on the roles of Incident Commanders and other designated officers, integration of line departments, and the mechanisms for coordination at district and tehsil levels. The event also outlined the objectives and structure of IRS, its integration with departments such as Police, Fire & Emergency Services, Health, PWD, Jal Shakti, Information and others.

Emphasis was laid on conducting regular training sessions and mock exercises to enhance preparedness and improve inter-agency coordination. During the programme, various officers shared their insights, personal experiences, and case studies from field situations, contributing to a rich exchange of practical knowledge and lessons learned from ground-level disaster response.

Among others, the programme was attended by officers from the Revenue, Rural Development, Police, Health, Fire & Emergency Services, PWD, Transport, SDRF, FCS&CA, and Jal Shakti Departments.

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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