In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

SOPORE: SSP Sopore chaired the monthly Crime, Law & Order and Security Review meeting at the Conference Hall, DPO Sopore, to review the overall crime situation, investigation of cases, public service delivery, law & order preparedness and security scenario across Police District Sopore. The meeting was attended by Addl. SP Sopore, SDPOs, DySP DAR, DySP Operations, Sr. PO DPO Sopore, SHOs and DOs.

A threadbare review of old pending as well as current-year cases under investigation was conducted. Officers were directed to ensure quality and time-bound investigation, expeditious disposal of pending cases and strict adherence to timelines prescribed under the new criminal laws. Particular emphasis was laid on effective implementation of provisions of the new laws to ensure prompt and hassle-free delivery of police services to the general public.

The crime review also focused on cases relating to NDPS, UAPA, crimes against women and children, property offences and other serious crimes. Officers were directed to strengthen investigation, improve follow-up and ensure effective action against drug trafficking and other organised criminal activities.

The law & order and security preparedness across the district was reviewed in detail, with particular focus on vulnerable areas and locations. Officers were directed to maintain a high degree of alertness, strengthen area domination and surveillance, enhance inter-unit coordination and increase intelligence-based counter-terror operations.

SSP Sopore also stressed timely disposal of verifications and other public services, prompt redressal of grievances and increased interaction with citizens through regular public outreach. SHOs and field officers were directed to remain accessible to the public and strengthen police-public cooperation at the grassroots level.

Concluding the meeting, SSP Sopore directed all officers to maintain professionalism, accountability and close supervision at every level, with sustained focus on effective investigation, public service delivery, law & order management and maintenance of a secure and peaceful environment across Police District Sopore.

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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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