RAJOURI: A review of the traffic challenges in Rajouri-Poonch Range was held by the Deputy Inspector General of Police traffic Jammu Range at Conference Hall, DPL Rajouri. In addition, the proposed deployments for the forthcoming Shri Budha Amarnath Ji Yatra- 2024 were also discussed threadbare. Deputy Inspector General of Police, Traffic, Dr. Haseeb Mughal, visited district Rajouri and chaired a meeting with officers and officials of traffic police Rajouri and Poonch. He was accompanied by SSP traffic Rural Jammu, Vinay Kumar Kullar.

A welcome address was given by DySP traffic Rajouri – Poonch, Nawaz Ahmed in which senior officers were welcomed and briefed about day to day functioning of traffic police. The challenges and issues of traffic police in general were also brought to notice of the senior officers. Besides this, achievements during the year were also highlighted. During the meeting, the officers and officials were asked to put forward their grievances and field challenges.

The problems regarding the working of e-challaning machines, bike riders, road issues and personal-welfare issues were raised on the occasion. The issues were listened patiently by DIG and noted for early redressal besides some issues were resolved on the spot. Besides that, issues related to parking slots in Rajouri, increased percentage of e-auto rickshaws and traffic booths in towns were also discussed.

SSP Traffic rural Jammu, Vinay Kumar Khullar, while speaking stressed on discipline, right code of conduct while performing duties. He briefed the officers to put focus on quality challaning specially on overloading, overspeeding, drunken driving and use of Mobile phones while driving. 

 DIG Traffic, Dr. Mughal imparted necessary directions to all the officers and jawans regarding Traffic Policing and challenges ahead. He advised the officers and officials to maintain personal security and security of fellow officials.  He emphasised the need to keep a high vigil around and contribute actively in maintaining overall peace in the area. Directions were also imparted on officers and officials for maximising the use of electronic gadgets and body worn cameras when on duties and also stressed on people friendly policing and emphasized on engaging religious, community heads, NCC and others for traffic rules awareness in public.

Lastly, he briefed in detail to officers and officials regarding upcoming SBANJY 2024 and directed all to gear up for Yatra duties.  A successful and smooth yatra convoy movement is required on part of Traffic Police and especially cut off timing be maintained at each stop/Langer points. He stressed upon the Traffic Police officers to maintain a close coordination with District Police and other sister agencies for a better sense of Traffic on roads.

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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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