BARAMULLA: In a major crackdown on traffic violations, the enforcement team of Motor Vehicles Department Baramulla conducted an intensive day-long enforcement drive across multiple routes in the district on Saturday, with the primary aim of ensuring road safety and promoting disciplined driving behavior.

During the drive, numerous vehicles were inspected and violators were penalized under various provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act and Rules. The enforcement team focused on serious violations including overloading, driving without seatbelts or helmets, lack of valid documents, and other safety-related breaches.

As a result, Rs.93,000 was realized as compounding fee/fine, and more than six driving licenses were suspended for severe offenses, highlighting the administration’s zero-tolerance stance against unsafe driving practices.

On the occasion, ARTO said, “Our goal is to create a culture of safe and responsible driving across the district. Enforcement drives like these send a clear message that traffic violations will not be tolerated. I urge all drivers and commuters to follow road safety rules and cooperate with the authorities in ensuring safer roads for everyone.”

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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