GANDERBAL: District Development Commissioner (DDC) Ganderbal, Jatin Kishore, today chaired a high-level meeting in the Conference Hall of the Mini Secretariat to discuss the comprehensive action plan for the upcoming Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY)-2025.  The meeting commenced with a review of the action plan submitted by concerned departments, with a strong emphasis on enhancing the quality of services and infrastructure.

Discussions revolved around key focus areas, including improvements in health services, sanitation, flood protection measures, parking facilities, mobile connectivity, transport services, contingency plans, and other vital infrastructure to ensure a seamless Yatra experience for pilgrims. Heads of Departments provided updates on their respective preparations and ongoing projects related to SANJY-2025. The DDC underscored the importance of submitting finalized work plans timely, to enable the timely execution of development works critical to the successful conduct of the Yatra.

Officers shared their insights and experiences from the previous year's Yatra, contributing valuable suggestions to further enhance the services provided to pilgrims. The DDC assured immediate redressal of the issues raised by officers and issued specific directions to concerned departments to address them promptly.  The meeting was attended by SSP Ganderbal, Ragav S, Additional Deputy Commissioner Gulzar Ahmad, DFO Sindh Forest Division , SDM Kangan, Executive Engineers from various departments , and officers from other line departments.

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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.

— Team JK Monitor

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