PAHALGAM: Advisor to Lieutenant Governor, Rajeev Rai Bhatnagar today visited  Nunwan  base camp set up for the Amarnath Yatra and reviewed arrangements for  ongoing pilgrimage to holy cave shrine.

During the visit, Advisor Bhatnagar interacted with officials and stakeholders responsible for managing various aspects of yatra, including accommodation, healthcare facilities and security measures. He emphasized the importance of maintaining high standards of service delivery and safety protocols to ensure a hassle-free experience for all pilgrims.

During the visit, he also interacted with the pilgrims and enquired about their experience during the yatra. The Advisor also interacted with service providers, doctors, sanitation workers, administrative and security officials and took note of various facilities for the pilgrims.

Bhatnagar, while interacting with different officers on the occasion, directed all representatives of concerned departments and service providers to take every possible measure for  safe and smooth conduct of pilgrimage. He stressed on the need for coordination among different agencies and stakeholders to maintain the momentum of preparations and uphold the sanctity of the holy yatra.

The Advisor, during the visit, also inspected the hospital in the Nunwan Base camp and took stock of all the medical facilities available for the devotees.

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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.

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