RAJOURI: On the directions of the District Election Officer (DEO) Rajouri, Abhishek Sharma, a comprehensive review meeting regarding the management of law and order for the upcoming counting day was convened today at Dak Bungalow, Rajouri. The meeting was chaired by Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Rajouri, Rajiv Khajuria which was attended by Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Rajouri Bikram Kumar, all Executive Magistrates along with their police counterparts.

The primary focus of the meeting was to ensure a robust plan for maintaining peace and order during the counting of votes for the General Election to the Legislative Assembly 2024. ADC Rajiv Khajuria, while addressing the gathering, emphasized the critical role of Executive Magistrates and their respective police teams in ensuring the smooth conduct of counting day activities.

ASP Bikram Kumar further elaborated on the security arrangements, highlighting the need for strict vigilance and proactive measures. He also reviewed the security arrangements at counting centers and surrounding areas, stressing the need for additional security personnel at vulnerable points. He further emphasized strict enforcement of Section 164 of BNSS, 2023 prohibiting the assembly of more than five people near the counting centers, to prevent any gathering that could disrupt the process.

All Executive Magistrates were directed to be present at their designated stations along with their police counterparts throughout the counting process.  Special emphasis was laid on maintaining law and order around the counting centers and ensuring that no untoward incident occurs. The entry and exit of authorized personnel within the counting centers will be closely monitored. All officials were directed to ensure that only individuals with valid passes are allowed inside the premises.

Concluding the meeting, ADC Rajiv Khajuria and ASP Bikram Kumar expressed confidence that with meticulous planning and cooperation between the magistrates and police officers, the counting day proceedings would be conducted without any disruption.

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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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