In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

JAMMU: In connection with the security and coordination arrangements for Republic Day-2026, the Inspector General of Police, Jammu Zone, Bhim Sen Tuti chaired a high-level Security Coordination Meeting today at the Conference Hall, Police Control Room (PCR) Jammu. The meeting was attended by senior officers of the Police, Army, CAPFs and Intelligence Agencies based in Jammu.

The primary agenda of the meeting was to ensure the smooth, peaceful and secure conduct of Republic Day events in Jammu. Detailed discussions were held on law and order management, security protocols, traffic regulation, inter-agency coordination and measures to ensure the safety of participants as well as spectators during the celebrations.

Senior officers from various central and state agencies participated in the meeting, including representatives from the CAPFs, Indian Army formations, Intelligence agencies and senior officers of the Jammu & Kashmir Police, comprising DIGs, SSPs and Commandants of IRP battalions stationed in Jammu.  During the meeting, a detailed presentation was also played giving briefing on the proposed Republic Day-2026 deployment plan, covering security arrangements, manpower deployment, traffic management, venue security, access control and contingency planning.

While addressing the officers, the IGP Jammu Zone emphasised the importance of meticulous planning, close coordination and seamless information sharing among all stakeholder agencies to ensure the smooth and safe conduct of Republic Day celebrations. He stressed maintaining a high level of alertness, robust security posture and readiness of all law-enforcement and emergency response units.

The IGP further directed SSP Jammu, SSP Traffic City and all supervisory officers to identify and create adequate parking arrangements, ensure effective traffic regulation and maintain a heightened state of vigilance in their respective jurisdictions.

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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.

— Team JK Monitor

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