In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

RAMBAN: The annual Sarvadhar Chhari Yatra was ceremonially flagged off today from Ukhral by Senior Superintendent of Police Ramban, Arun Gupta and Additional Deputy Commissioner Ramban Varunjeet Singh Charak, marking the commencement of the revered pilgrimage to the holy shrine of Senabhati Sarvadhar.

The annual Sarvadhar Yatra is a sacred pilgrimage dedicated to Mata Chamunda Devi and culminates at the historic Chamunda Mata Temple, situated atop the scenic Sarvadhar Peak in the Pogal-Paristan area of Ramban district. The yatra symbolizes the deep-rooted faith and spiritual devotion of the people and attracts thousands of devotees from Ramban and various other districts of Jammu & Kashmir every year.

The flag-off ceremony was attended by various officers and prominent citizens and a large number of devotees. The SSP extended heartfelt greetings and best wishes to the pilgrims for a safe, peaceful, and spiritually fulfilling journey. He stated that elaborate security arrangements, including the deployment of adequate police personnel have been put in place to ensure the safety and security of the devotees throughout the pilgrimage.

The Additional Deputy Commissioner said that the district administration, in close coordination with all line departments has made comprehensive arrangements for the smooth and successful conduct of the yatra. He informed that adequate medical facilities, drinking water, sanitation, transportation management and other essential services have been ensured to provide a safe and comfortable pilgrimage experience for all devotees.

The devotees expressed gratitude to the district administration and all concerned departments for the arrangements made for the pilgrimage. They also prayed for peace, prosperity and the well-being of all.

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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.

— Team JK Monitor

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