JAMMU: The Zero Hour in the Legislative Assembly today witnessed multiple public issues being raised by various Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs), drawing attention to urgent concerns affecting the people in different constituencies.

MLA Gulabgarh, Er Khursheed Ahmad, brought up the need for better medical facilities for those injured in the recent tragic road accident in Reasi district, resulting loss of four lives. He urged the government to ensure that the injured admitted at GMC, Jammu and DH, Reasi receive proper treatment.

MLA Poonch Haveli, Aijaz Ahmad Jan, sought Speaker's intervention regarding the disappearance of a young man, Yawar Rashid, who had travelled to Jammu for an examination but has been missing since. He urged the authorities to take immediate action in locating the youth.

MLAs from Kashmir Division, Salman Sagar, Irfan Rasool Kar, Mushtaq Guroo and Sheikh Ahsan Ahmad highlighted the slow progress in installation of streetlights by the Srinagar Municipal Corporation and other municipal bodies. They emphasized the urgency of accelerating this work, especially in view of the ongoing holy month of Ramadhan, to provide much needed relief to the residents.

Similarly, MLA Shangus- Anantnag East, Riyaz Ahmad Khan, pointed out that the installation of smart meters in his constituency had led to disconnection of previously installed streetlights. He urged the authorities to restore these streetlights to avoid inconvenience to the public.

Raising concerns over essential public services, MLA Ramban, Arjun Singh Raju, called for an increase in number of ration depots in his constituency, citing difficulties faced by the people in 10 hilly panchayats who currently rely on just two ration depots.

MLA Banihal, Sajad Shaheen, expressed concern over the vacant Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM) post in Banihal, which has been causing hardships to the people. He urged the Government to fill this critical position immediately to ensure smooth administration in the area.

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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.

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