SHOPIAN: Ahead of Republic Day-2026 celebrations, SSP Shopian Shri Mushtaq Ahmad Choudhary-JKPS, chaired a detailed security review meeting today at Conference Hall DPO Shopian. SSP Shopian thoroughly assessed the current security landscape and preparedness to guarantee peaceful, incident free celebrations of Republic Day across the District. The meeting was attended by officers from Police, Army, CRPF and representatives from other sister agencies. Discussions focused on deployment strategies, area domination, intelligence sharing, inter-agency coordination, vulnerable point protection and robust access control and traffic plans.

SSP Shopian, stressed heightened vigilance, proactive policing and intensified patrolling to prevent any disruptions to public peace. He directed all personnel to maintain seamless coordination, real-time information exchange and strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), while prioritizing public convenience and citizen confidence. The meeting ended with a unified commitment from all agencies to ensure Republic Day-2026 celebrations in District Shopian are peaceful, secure and dignified.

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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Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here