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KISHTWAR: The crucial Kishtwar to Paddar road was successfully reopened today following the clearance of a landslide at the Pathernaki Point of Nagseni. Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Dr. Devansh Yadav personally ensured the safety of the newly cleared road by test-driving his vehicle.

The previous day, the Deputy Commisioner Kishtwar visited the landslide affected area at Pathernaki Point, Nagseni, and oversaw the road clearance work throughout the day, accompanied by SDM Paddar Amit Kumar, DDC Paddar Hari Krishan Chouhan, Tehsildar Nagseni Rafie Naik, and project authorities.

The combined efforts of the District Administration, Police, GREF, and hydroelectric power projects have resulted in the successful reopening of the road at Pathernaki slide point by this morning. The road for light vehicles has been restored, thereby re-establishing connectivity to the Paddar Sub Division.

Pilgrims and stranded individuals have now been able to cross, and essential commodities have been supplied to Padder. Deputy Commissioner expressed his appreciation for the patience of people and the collaborative efforts of all stakeholders involved in this critical operation.

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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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