KULGAM: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kulgam, Athar Aamir Khan, convened a meeting of concerned officers today to review and finalize arrangements for the ensuing holy month of Ramadan-ul-Mubarak across the district. During the meeting, the DC directed the Jal Shakti Department and KPDCL to ensure uninterrupted and hassle-free water and electricity supply throughout the month, with special focus on peak hours during Sehri and Iftar.

Emphasizing sanitation and proper lighting, the DC instructed Executive Officers of Municipal Committees to launch special cleanliness drives covering roads, lanes, drains, and marketplaces. He also directed regular lifting of waste and installation of additional streetlights wherever required. To prevent profiteering and overcharging, the DC instructed for intensified market checking to monitor prices and take strict action against hoarding and unfair trade practices.

He also reviewed the availability of mutton, poultry, LPG, and other essential commodities to ensure adequate supply during the holy month. The meeting was attended by the ADC, ACR, ACD, Executive Engineers of Jal Shakti, R&B and KPDCL,  Tehsildars, ASP,  Executive Officers of Municipal Committees, officers from the Sheep Husbandry and Animal Husbandry Departments, besides representatives of Auqaf Committees.

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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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