JAMMU: Sunil Dimple, President of Mission Statehood, warmly welcomed the Amarnath Yatra pilgrims and batches of the Sadhu Samaj who are currently on their way to the holy cave via Rehari Chungi and BC Road in Jammu. Addressing a gathering, Dimple appealed to pilgrims from all states to visit Jammu & Kashmir in large numbers for the sacred Amarnath Yatra. He assured that adequate arrangements for shelter, medical aid, food, langars, and security have been made for their convenience and safety.

However, Dimple raised serious concerns about reports of thefts at railway stations and registration counters. "Some pilgrims have complained that their cash, mobile phones, luggage, and clothes were stolen by thieves and pickpockets," he alleged. He urged the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Deputy Inspector General (DIG), and Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) to ensure strict security at all yatra points and prevent such incidents.

Expressing worry over the decline in Amarnath Yatra registrations this year, Dimple demanded on-spot registration facilities for pilgrims arriving without prior registration. He further appealed to the government to ensure 24x7 clearance of landslides along the yatra routes to avoid disruptions. He questioned the Lieutenant Governor and the Chief Minister over the declining number of pilgrims and asked for clarity on the reasons behind it.

Dimple reassured tourists from across the country about their safety and urged them to visit Kashmir in large numbers. He stated that the Prime Minister, Home Minister, Defence Minister, Chief Minister, and Lieutenant Governor are all personally monitoring the security arrangements for the Amarnath Yatra and tourism in the region.

In conclusion, Dimple prayed for the restoration of Jammu & Kashmir's statehood and urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah to introduce a bill for its restoration in the upcoming Monsoon Session of Parliament. Other prominent leaders present included Narinder Choudhary, Sanjeev Kumar, Sunny, Happy, Ashok Kumar, Mohan Lal, and many others. Let me know if you’d like this in Hindi or formatted for print, social media, or press release.

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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