UDHAMPUR: District Election Officer Udhampur Minga Sherpa today flagged off an Information, Education and Communication Van here from the DC Office Complex to generate mass public awareness regarding the Annual Revision of Panchayat Electoral Roll 2026. The flag-off ceremony was held in the presence of Additional Deputy Commissioner Prem Singh and Deputy District Election Officer Babu Pradeep Kumar along with other concerned officials.

Interacting with media persons, the DEO informed that the IEC Van shall traverse across the district to disseminate information about the ongoing revision process. The initiative aims to educate citizens on procedures related to inclusion, deletion, correction and transposition of names in the Panchayat electoral rolls.

Emphasizing the significance of accurate and updated electoral rolls, the DEO stated that these are essential for strengthening grassroots democracy. He urged all eligible residents, particularly new voters who have attained the age of 18 years as on April 1-2026—to verify their details and ensure their names are included in the electoral rolls within the stipulated time frame.

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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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