• DC emphasizes strict adherence to Flag Code & other protocols

BANDIPORA: The Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Manzoor Ahmad Qadri, on Thursday chaired a meeting at the Mini Secretariat Bandipora to review the arrangements for the upcoming Republic Day celebrations in the district. The meeting discussed comprehensive plans for the main function, scheduled to be held at SK Stadium Bandipora, besides at the sub-divisional, block, and panchayat levels, as well as at the Mini Secretariat Bandipora and at all government offices.

The meeting was informed that the event will feature a parade with contingents drawn from JK Police, JKAP, IRP, CRPF, CISF, Fire and Emergency Services, NCC, and various schools. Speaking on the occasion, the DC stressed strict adherence to the Flag Code and other necessary protocols, instructing officers to ensure all arrangements are completed well in advance. The DC directed the Chief Education Officer and DYSSO to organize cultural programmes, the R&B Department to manage seating and stage arrangements, the Municipal Committee to ensure sanitation, and the ExEn PDD to ensure  the illumination of government buildings.

The PHE Department was tasked with providing drinking water, while the CMO was instructed to arrange medical facilities at the main venue. Qadri urged the officers to ensure participation of all the Government officials in the full-dress rehearsal and on Republic Day celebrations. On the occasion, SDM Sumbal briefed the chair regarding the preparations underway in Sumbal Sub Division besides SDM Gurez also provided details of preparations in Gurez Sub Division, ensuring that all arrangements will be in place for smooth celebrations.

The meeting was attended by SSP Bandipora, Harmeet Singh; ADDC, Mohammad Ashraf Bhatt; ADC, Zaffar Husson Shawl; ACR, Commanding Officer  14RR, CRPF, District Officers of various departments and other concerned.

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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.

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