KULGAM: In order to review and finalise arrangements for Mahashivratri celebrations, Deputy Commissioner Kulgam Athar Aamir Khan  today convened a meeting of officers here at Mini-secretariat.

During the meeting, the DC directed the concerned departments to ensure uninterrupted supply of power and water at Vessu Migrant Colony, Manzgam, Kulgam, Chawalgam, Devsar and other habitations of the Kashmiri Pandit community.

To facilitate the availability of traditional festive essentials, the Assistant Director Fisheries was instructed to establish sale outlets for trout fish at various locations, while the concerned officers were directed to ensure  supply of vegetables, flower's and walnuts.

Also, the Chief Medical Officer was told to ensure availability of medical facilities and deployment of ambulances at key locations. The Executive Officers (EOs) of the municipalities were directed to maintain proper sanitation at all temples.

The meeting was attended by the Additional District Development Commissioner (ADDC), Mohammad Altaf Khan, ACD Syed Naseer Ahmad, ACR, Mushtaq Ahmad Lone, Tehsildars, Engineers from PDD and PHE, Assistant Director FCS&CA, Chief Horticulture Officer (CHO), EOs, and representatives of the Kashmiri Pandit community.

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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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