BUDGAM: Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Budgam, Mehraj-ud-Din Shah, today chaired a  meeting to review and finalise arrangements for the smooth, fair and transparent conduct of the OMR-based examination for the posts of Accounts Assistant (Finance Department), scheduled to be conducted by the Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) on November 15.

The meeting was attended by the Additional Secretary, JKSSB, ASP Budgam and all conecrend officers and officials. During the meeting, a comprehensive review of the arrangements was undertaken, including the deployment of Centre Superintendents, Magistrates, Invigilators and security personnel at all designated examination centres.

The deployment of videographers was also finalised to ensure proper documentation and monitoring of the examination proceedings. It was further informed that CCTV cameras have been installed at the examination centres to facilitate live monitoring and enhance transparency. The ADC also reviewed arrangements for the secure transportation and handling of both sensitive and non-sensitive examination material, besides security arrangements, traffic management, seating capacity and availability of essential facilities at all examination centres.

Emphasising the need for effective inter-departmental coordination, the ADC directed all concerned officers to ensure that their respective arrangements are completed well in advance and responsibilities are discharged with utmost diligence. He stressed strict adherence to the prescribed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), examination guidelines and security protocols at every stage of the process.

The ADC further directed that all personnel deployed for examination duties be properly briefed and sensitised about their roles, responsibilities and the prescribed procedures to ensure efficient and coordinated execution of duties. Heads of Institutions and Centre Superintendents were directed to ensure adequate seating arrangements, drinking water, sanitation, cleanliness and other essential facilities for candidates at all examination centres.

The ADC underscored that foolproof security arrangements, continuous monitoring and close coordination among all stakeholder departments are imperative for ensuring the smooth, orderly and transparent conduct of the examination across all centres. All concerned departments were directed to remain fully prepared for the successful conduct of the examination across the district.

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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