RAMBAN: Deputy Commissioner Ramban, Mohammad Alyas Khan, today chaired a meeting to review and finalize arrangements for upcoming religious events including Navratras, Ram Navami, -Shab-e-Qadar, Jumat-ul-Vida and Eid-ul-Fitr- all scheduled across next week.

The Deputy Commissioner directed the concerned departments to ensure foolproof arrangements for the smooth and peaceful celebration of the festivals. He emphasized the need for coordinated efforts among departments to facilitate devotees and maintain essential services during the festive period.

The Deputy Commissioner reviewed arrangements related to security, traffic management, sanitation, drinking water supply, power supply, healthcare facilities, fire and emergency services, availability of essential commodities and overall civic amenities at major temples and other religious places. He also directed the enforcement authorities to conduct market checking to prevent overpricing and ensure the availability of essential items.

The Jal Shakti Department and JPDCL were asked to ensure uninterrupted water and power supply during the festival days. The CMO was instructed to ensure the availability of medical staff and emergency services.

The DC directed the SDMs to review the arrangements in their respective jurisdictions. He further directed the Municipal Council and other local bodies to maintain cleanliness around religious and public places, while the Fire and Emergency Services Department was asked to remain on alert for any emergency situation.

The Senior Superintendent of Police Arun Gupta briefed the representatives from civil society about the security arrangements around religious places and other busy areas to ensure public safety. He also sought cooperation from the public and advised management committees to install CCTV cameras around religious places to strengthen security and surveillance.

Representatives from Religious organizations, Temple Management Committees and Beopar Mandal participated in the meeting and assured full cooperation with the administration for the successful and peaceful conduct of the festivals.

The meeting was attended by ACR Showkat Hayat Mattoo, ACD, SDMs, CMOs, AD FCS&CA, CEO MC Ramban, Engineers of Jal Shakti, JPDCL, representatives of temple management committees and other concerned officers.

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here
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

       LOOK_HERE.jpg Esteemed readers, for your convenience, we have categorized our news publishing into following 👇