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

UDHAMPUR: 654 polling parties were dispatched to various far-off locations with polling materials for the upcoming General Assembly Elections 2024. These polling parties will serve four Udhampur Assembly constituencies: AC-59 Udhampur West, AC-60 Udhampur East, AC-62 Ramnagar, and AC-61 Chenani. The dispatch operation was conducted under tight security from Government Degree College Boys and Government College for Women, Udhampur.

Additional District Development Commissioner Rajinder Singh, IAS Probationer Swati Sheemar,  Additional Deputy Commissioner Prem Singh along with the Returning Officers  of all four constituencies.

District Election Officer Udhampur, Saloni Rai, personally monitored the dispatch, ensuring that the polling parties were equipped with all necessary polling materials, including Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs).

Addressing the polling staff, DEO emphasized the need for seamless coordination among Zonal and Sector Magistrates, as well as Police Officers, to ensure the smooth conduct of polling on October 1, 2024. She also interacted with the polling parties, underscoring the critical role they play in upholding the integrity of the electoral process.

 While briefing the media, the DEO appealed to all eligible voters in Udhampur District to exercise their democratic right by casting their votes on poll day. 

She urged citizens to actively participate in the electoral process. She instructed the ROs, Zonal and Sector Magistrates to ensure the timely arrival of polling parties at their designated locations. DEO reiterated the importance of conducting free, fair and transparent elections, urging all involved to adhere strictly to the guidelines set by the Election Commission of India. She stressed that it is the collective responsibility of the polling teams to ensure a smooth and orderly election process, upholding the sanctity of democracy.

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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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