In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
  • Inspects overall facilities at Base Camp; Directs officers to ensure smooth and hassle-free yatra

POONCH: District Development Commissioner Poonch, Ashok Kumar Sharma today visited Tehsil Mandi to review the arrangements being put in place ahead of the Shri Budha Amarnath Ji Yatra.

The DDC was accompanied by Assistant Commissioner Revenue Muhammad Sayeed, Assistant Commissioner Development Shakeel Ahmed Malik, Tehsildar Mandi Ashfaq Hussain, BDO Mandi, Arshad Hussain, Executive Engineers Jal Shakti, Sajad Chowdhary, Executive Engineer PWD and other concerned officers.

During the visit, the DDC held discussions with the Management Committee of the Mandir regarding the arrangements for the visiting pilgrims. The Committee members apprised him of the preparations and highlighted areas needing District administration's intervention.

The DDC inspected the Langer sites, toilet complexes, directed uninterrupted supply of water and light and other facilities around the Mandir premises and took stock of the overall arrangements.

The DDC inspected the Poonch-Mandi road and reviewed its condition in view of the expected movement of pilgrims.

During the inspection of the Mandi market, the DDC also reviewed the drainage system and directed the concerned officers to ensure proper cleaning, maintenance and functioning of drains to prevent waterlogging and inconvenience to pilgrims and the local population.

The DDC directed all concerned officers to complete all arrangements well in advance and ensure close coordination among departments. He emphasised that every necessary facility must be put in place so that the yatris do not face any inconvenience during the Shri Budha Amarnath Ji Yatra.

Later, the District Development Commissioner visited the College Ground, Poonch, designated as the Base Camp for the yatris, where he inspected the overall arrangements including food stall sheds, stage, lighting, water supply and other basic amenities for the pilgrims.

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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.

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