BARAMULLA: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Baramulla, Minga Sherpa, today chaired a meeting at the DC Office Complex here to review proposals for upgrading Gulmarg Ski Resort into a fully equipped, internationally competitive winter sports destination. The meeting focused on improving key infrastructure and operational capacities, including safety systems, emergency response, slope enhancements, and snowmaking technology to extend the ski season. 

Officers from the concerned departments presented various inputs aimed at enhancing visitor experience and aligning facilities with international standards. During the meeting, Managing Director, J&K Cable Car Corporation, Syed Qamar Sajad, presented a proposal outlining specific interventions such as avalanche mitigation systems, air ambulance services, weather monitoring equipment, and FIS-compliant trail development.

DC issued directions for time-bound planning, inter-departmental coordination, and strict adherence to safety and environmental norms. He also emphasized the importance of establishing a streamlined administrative structure to ensure efficient and accountable implementation of proposed measures.

Managing Director Cable Car Corporation J&K, Chief Executive Officer Gulmarg Development Authority, Sub-Divisional Magistrate Gulmarg, Assistant Director Tourism, Tehsildar Tangmarg, Divisional Forest Officer Tangmarg, and other concerned officers were present during the meeting. 

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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.

— Team JK Monitor

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