SRINAGAR: In view of the forthcoming observance of Shab-e-Meraj (S.A.W.) and Friday following, the Divisional Commissioner Kashmir, Anshul Garg, on Tuesday convened a meeting of Deputy Commissioners and senior Divisional Officers to review and finalize arrangements for facilitating devotees at major shrines and mosques across the Valley.

During the meeting, the Div Com directed all concerned departments to ensure comprehensive and seamless arrangements, including uninterrupted power and water supply, establishment of medical camps, availability of essential commodities, adequate transportation and parking facilities, effective traffic management, robust security deployment, and proper sanitation and fire safety measures.

He emphasized special arrangements at prominent religious sites, including Asar-e-Sharief Hazratbal, Asar-e-Sharief Kalashpora, Jenab Sahib Soura, Ziyarat Sharief Kabamarg, Ziyarat Sharief Khirram (Anantnag), Ziyarat Sharief Makhama (Budgam), and Ziyarat Aham-e-Sharief (Bandipora).  On the occasion, DCs were instructed to closely monitor and facilitate the observance in their respective districts.

Kashmir Power Distribution Corporation Limited (KPDCL) was directed to ensure uninterrupted power supply across the Valley on the eve of Shab-e-Meraj and the following Friday, with adequate power backup at all major religious places.  State Road Transport Corporation (SRTC) and Smart City Limited (SSCL) were instructed to deploy additional buses on designated routes, particularly to facilitate devotees visiting the Hazratbal Shrine.

The Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) and Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) were asked to conduct special sanitation drives at major shrines and mosques in the city and other districts. The Div Com also directed officials of the J&K Waqf Board to install waterproof tents within the premises of Hazratbal Shrine and provide adequate tentage facilities at other major shrines across districts.

 Public Health Engineering (PHE) Department was instructed to ensure uninterrupted supply of drinking water at all religious places and keep water tankers on standby, especially at Hazratbal Shrine.

All other concerned departments were directed to extend full cooperation and ensure hassle-free services for devotees. DCs were further asked to assess preparedness in advance and ensure timely execution of all arrangements for the smooth observance of Shab-e-Meraj (S.A.W) in their respective jurisdictions.

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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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