• Also visits Imambara Gatipora

BUDGAM: In view of the commencement of the annual three-day Urs of Hazrat Syed Soleh (RA), Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Khansahib, today visited the revered shrine of Ziyarat Syed Soleh Khan located in Khansahib to take stock of the arrangements made by the local administration for the smooth conduct of the religious gathering.

During the visit, SDM reviewed essential services and facilities put in place for devotees, including sanitation, drinking water, power supply, security arrangements, medical aid, and traffic management. He directed the concerned officers to ensure uninterrupted services throughout the duration of the Urs, which attracts thousands of devotees from various parts of the district and beyond.

The annual Urs of Hazrat Syed Soleh (RA), a highly respected spiritual figure in the region, holds immense religious significance. Devotees throng the shrine to pay obeisance and participate in special prayers and spiritual gatherings. The event reflects the deep-rooted Sufi traditions and communal harmony of the area.

Following the inspection at Ziyarat Syed Soleh Khan, SDM also visited Imambara Gatipora, where he interacted with community members and reviewed the preparations and arrangements in view of the upcoming religious events there.

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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