UDHAMPUR: Deputy Commissioner Udhampur Minga Sherpa today inspected Lodgement Centres and Community Sanitary Complexes along the National Highway to assess and expedite preparedness for Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026. He was accompanied by Additional Deputy Commissioner Prem Singh and Assistant Commissioner Revenue Dr. Umesh Shan. The arrangements being put in place for the pilgrims were thoroughly reviewed.

The Additional Deputy Commissioner informed that as many as 31 Lodgement Centres have been identified along the National Highway in the district to facilitate the yatris. The DC carried out a detailed review of the available infrastructure and essential facilities at the designated centres.

He also enquired about the status of augmentation of drinking water supply, sanitation arrangements, power, lodging facilities and bedding capacity at these locations. He emphasized proper hygiene and regular cleanliness at all centres.  The concerned officers were directed to ensure foolproof arrangements with all basic amenities, leaving no scope for inconvenience to the pilgrims during the Yatra.

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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