• Fresh Cases Recommended for Compassionate Appointment under SRO-43

BARAMULLA: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Baramulla, Minga Sherpa, today convened a meeting of the District Level Screening-cum-Coordination Committee (DLSCC) at the DC Office Baramulla to review 31 cases filed under SRO-43 by the next of kin (NoKs) of militancy-affected victims.

The meeting was aimed at ensuring the timely and transparent disposal of compassionate appointment cases and extending due support to the families affected by militancy in the district. After detailed scrutiny, 10 cases were approved, 11 sent for reverification, and 10 cases were rejected during the meeting.

Speaking on the occasion, the DC emphasized the need for speedy and transparent processing of such cases to ensure that victim families receive timely relief. He directed the concerned officers to expedite verification and documentation of the remaining cases and ensure their disposal in a time-bound manner.

The Committee also recommended fresh cases of eligible individuals from Baramulla district to the Government for consideration of compassionate appointments under SRO-43, in line with the laid down norms and procedures.

The meeting was attended by Senior Superintendent of Police Baramulla Gurinderpal Singh, Superintendent of Police Sopore, senior officers from the Army, BSF, CRPF, and other concerned departments and agencies.

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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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