• Deputy Commissioner reviews arrangements

POONCH: Deputy Commissioner Poonch Ashok Kumar Sharma today chaired a meeting in the Conference Hall DC office to review arrangements for the Tribal Mela, scheduled to be held on October 2 at Sagra village of Mendhar Sub Division. The meeting was attended by senior functionaries from Civil and Police Administration.

The Deputy Commissioner asked stakeholder departments to maintain close coordination for making foolproof arrangements for the grand event. He directed all departments to put up stalls showcasing respective government schemes and welfare initiatives for public awareness. It was informed that the mela will feature folk music and dance, Mushaira sessions, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the tribal community.

“This Tribal Mela is not only a platform to highlight government schemes but also an occasion to preserve and promote traditional art, music and cultural practices,” the DC said. He urged all concerned officers to put in their best efforts to make the event a grand success. The officers present assured full cooperation and shared their respective plans for the event.

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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