• Inspects arrangements for smooth conduct of pilgrimage; directs officers to ensure all facilities for yatries

SRINAGAR: In wake of upcoming annual Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra-2025, the Deputy Commissioner (DC) Srinagar, Dr Bilal Mohi-Ud-Din Bhat today conducted extensive visit of Yatra Transit Camp, Pantha Chowk to take stock of arrangements being made for the convenience of pilgrims  and smooth conduct of yatra. DC also inspected Yatra Bhawan to oversee available facilities and preparations regarding the annual yatra.

On the occasion, DC inspected sites identified for setting up different  facilities at the venue including  Langer,  health centre, RIFD counter,  besides arrangements related to electricity, drinking water, sanitation, parking space  etc. On the occasion, he directed for ensuring close coordination among Departments to ensure all the arrangements are put in place well in advance before the commencement of the yatra.

Further, he also inspected the spaces where Langars shall be established to serve food to the pilgrims during their stay at the camp. He was accompanied by Additional Deputy Commissioner, Srinagar Aadil Fareed, and other senior Officers of the District Administration. 

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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