JAMMU: In a decisive move to regulate traffic and curb violations, Team RTO Jammu, under the directions of Transport Commissioner Vishesh Mahajan and the guidance of RTO Jammu Jasmeet Singh, conducted a special drive at Bikram Chowk to tackle overloading by mini-buses, wrong parking by taxis, private cars, and three-wheelers, as well as inspections of school buses.

During the operation, three-wheeler drivers were warned against unauthorized parking in front of the Railway Station and behind Shiv Market, particularly on the main road in front of Vaishnavi Dham. Additionally, shopkeepers in Shiv Market were instructed to avoid parking their vehicles on the main road to prevent traffic congestion.

The crackdown saw approximately 200 vehicles checked, out of which 35 vehicles were e-challaned for various violations, and two vehicles were seized. The estimated fine collected from e-challans is around ₹60,000. The enforcement team included ARTO FS J-1 Er. Bipen Singh Charak, ARTO Mohd Salim, MVIs Azad Hussain and Surender Kumar, and MVTA Taranjot Singh. Authorities have reiterated their commitment to maintaining road discipline and ensuring a smooth traffic flow in Jammu.

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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