BUDGAM: Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Khansahib, Jahangir Ahmad Giri, today chaired a preparatory meeting to finalse the arrangements for the upcoming Republic day celebrations here at Government Degree College (GDC), Khansahib.

During the meeting, the SDM took a detailed stock of all necessary arrangements related to the Republic Day parade, including security measures, logistics, and coordination among departments. Emphasis was laid on ensuring the attendance of all the government officials and flag hoisting at all the government office. It was also urged upon officers to illuminate all govt offices on the eve of Republic day.

The officers were also directed to showcase their achievements and public welfare schemes by putting up their kiosks at the venue to make the Republic Day celebrations more attractive, successful and dignified.

Meanwhile, Sub-Divisional administration Khansahib appealed the general public to ensure greater participation in the Republic Day function which shall start at 9:30 am at Government Degree college khansahib.

All the Subdivisional level officers including the SDPO Khansahib, Tehsildar Khansahib, Block Medical Officer (BMO) Khansahib, Principal Government Degree College Khansahib, all Zonal Education Officers (ZEOs), and heads of various line departments attended the meeting.

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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