SAMBA: The annual Baba Chamliyal Mela was held today with religious devotion and festive enthusiasm at the sacred shrine of Baba Dalip Singh Manhas, fondly known as Baba Chamliyal, located in the border village of Chamliyal, Ramgarh Sector, District Samba. A 17th-century saint, Baba Chamliyal is revered for his healing legacy—particularly the use of sacred Shakkar (soil) and Sharbat (water), believed to cure skin ailments. The shrine situated close to the international border stands as a symbol of peace, spiritual unity and cross-border reverence.

The mela witnessed large number of devotees, who came from across Jammu & Kashmir and neighboring states. Member Legislative Assembly Ramgarh, Dr. Devinder Manyal, Deputy Commissioner Samba Rajesh Sharma and other senior civil and police officials were present. The event was coordinated under the supervision of the Mela Officer Tehsildar Ramgarh Abhimanyu Kalsotra.

As a mark of devotion, chadars were respectfully offered by dignitaries, officials and devotees at the shrine of Baba Chamliyal seeking blessings for peace, prosperity and well-being. In addition, various departmental stalls were set up by departments including Health, Agriculture, Rural Development, Social Welfare, ICDS and Handicrafts showcasing government schemes, services and awareness initiatives.

The shrine premises was beautifully decorated for the occasion. The district administration ensured smooth management of the event with arrangements for drinking water, sanitation, medical aid, public convenience and security.

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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