RAJOURI: Deputy Commissioner Rajouri Abhishek Sharma chaired a meeting today to finalise arrangements for the observance of the holy month of Ramadan in the district. The DC directed concerned departments to ensure sufficient and uninterrupted supply of drinking water and electricity. He emphasised the need for maintaining high standards of sanitation, especially in areas with heavy public movement.

To ensure the availability of quality essentials at fair prices, the DC directed Legal Metrology and market checking teams to carry out regular inspections to prevent overcharging and hoarding. He instructed officials to ensure installation and repair of street lights in market areas and around mosques.

The DC further stressed the importance of effective traffic and parking management to avoid congestion during peak hours, particularly during Iftar and late-night prayers. SSP Rajouri Gaurav Sikarwar assured full support from the police department to ensure a peaceful atmosphere.

The meeting was attended by ADC Rajouri Chander Prakash, ACR Rajouri Mohd Jahangir Khan, Executive Engineer PHE Sudesh Kumar, Executive Engineer PDD Muneer Ahmed, Administrator Auqaf Abdul Qayoom Mir, Tehsildar Rajouri Varinder Gupta and other district officers.

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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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