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JAMMU: Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary today visited the fire-affected area of Bikram Chowk, here, to assess the damage caused by the devastating fire incident and assured prompt relief measures for the affected people. He expressed solidarity with the affected shopkeepers and traders.

During the visit, the Deputy Chief Minister interacted with the affected traders and shopkeepers, listened to their concerns and took stock of the losses suffered by them due to the incident. He expressed deep concern over the destruction caused by the fire and conveyed his sympathies to all those whose businesses and livelihoods have been affected.

Surinder Choudhary assured prompt assistance and appropriate relief measures for the affected traders. He stressed that the concerns of those who have suffered losses would be addressed on priority and all necessary support will be extended to help them overcome this difficult situation. He also underscored the importance of strengthening emergency response mechanisms to ensure timely intervention during such unfortunate incidents.

Advocate Rattan Lal Gupta, Provincial President, Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (JKNC); Rakesh Singh Raka, Vice President, Central Zone Jammu, JKNC and Vijay Lochan, Chairman, SC Cell, JKNC also accompanied the Deputy CM.

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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