• DC reviews preparedness of stakeholder departments

KISHTWAR: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Kishtwar Pankaj Kumar Sharma today chaired a District Level Task Force meeting to review and finalize preparedness for the Pulse Polio Immunization Drive, scheduled to be held from Dec 21 to Dec 23, 2025 across the district. At the outset, the DC assessment the arrangements and issued a series of directions to the HODs of the line departments to ensure well-coordinated execution of the campaign.

The DC directed the CDPOs to work in close coordination with BMOs and deploy Anganwadi Workers in municipal areas where ASHA workers are not available, ensuring that no booth remains unmanned. The ARTO was asked to establish polio booths at major locations including Bus Stand Kishtwar, Gulabgarh (Paddar) & Chatroo and initiate awareness activities among transporters and drivers.

The ACD and CEO were directed to ensure timely arrangement of logistics in all parts of the district. The DC further emphasized that any shortage of manpower should be addressed with support from the Education Department. The ALC was directed to intensify awareness among drivers and labourers at all power project sites to ensure universal immunization coverage.

The Municipal Council was directed to mobilize vehicle-mounted public announcements to raise community awareness about the Pulse Polio Campaign. Additionally, the DC directed the District Information Officer (DIO) to implement effective communication strategies through electronic, print and social media platforms. He also directed to train the staff engaged in the campaign and mobilize ASHAs, Anganwadi Workers, school teachers, NGOs, religious leaders and community influencers for last-mile coverage.

The meeting was attended by CPO, Akhil Thakur; ACD,  Manoj Kumar; CDPO, Dr. Kuldeep Kumar; ALC, Mamta Sudarshan; ARTO, Tasleem Wani; CDPO, Nagseni Najeeb Latief; Chief Education Officer,  Sanjay Dogra,  Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Yudhvir Singh; Block Medical Officer, Dr. Anil Sharma, BMO Dachan, Dr. Sajad Hussain, BMO Paddar, Dr. Krishan Singh Katoch, besides other officers and concerned staff.

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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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