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  • Emphasizes quality education and accountability

BANDIPORA: In a continued effort to strengthen the quality of education and ensure institutional accountability, the Deputy Commissioner Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, today conducted a surprise inspection of educational institutions in the Arin area, including Government Middle School Arin and Higher Secondary School Arin.

During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner undertook a comprehensive review of both academic and administrative functioning. She inspected classrooms, interacted with students during ongoing sessions, and assessed the overall learning environment. Stressing the need for discipline and consistency, she directed the school authorities to ensure regular attendance of both students and staff, and to maintain a structured and engaging academic atmosphere.

The DC also held detailed interactions with faculty members, seeking feedback on curriculum delivery, infrastructure gaps, and other operational requirements. She assured that genuine concerns would be addressed in a time-bound manner to further enhance the quality of education.

While interacting with students, the Deputy Commissioner motivated them to remain committed to their studies and actively engage in co-curricular activities, underscoring their importance in holistic personality development. She encouraged students to set clear goals and work diligently towards achieving them.

On the occasion, the DC emphasized that regular monitoring and surprise inspections will continue to ensure accountability, improve standards, and provide a conducive and inspiring learning environment for students 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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