POONCH: Deputy Commissioner Poonch Ashok Kumar Sharma today visited the Yatra Base Camp (College Grounds) to review the arrangements being put in place for the annual Shri Budha Amarnath Ji Yatra, scheduled to commence from August 17.

The Deputy Commissioner took a detailed assessment of the ongoing preparations and reviewed the arrangements required for the convenience, safety and welfare of the pilgrims.

The Deputy Commissioner directed the concerned officers to ensure that all necessary arrangements are completed well in advance, with special focus on cleanliness, sanitation, drinking water, power supply, security, traffic management and other essential facilities, so that pilgrims do not face any inconvenience during their stay and onward journey.

The DC emphasised close coordination among all concerned departments and directed the officers to remain vigilant and ensure timely completion of all assigned responsibilities.

The Deputy Commissioner said that advance measures should be ensured to provide a safe, smooth and comfortable pilgrimage experience to the devotees visiting the district.

The Deputy Commissioner was accompanied by Senior Superintendent of Police, Shafket Hussain Bhat, Additional Deputy Commissioner Tahir Mustafa Malik, Assistant Commissioner Revenue Muhammad Sayeed, besides other senior officers and officials concerned.

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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.

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