• Pays obeisance at prominent religious shrines

POONCH: Deputy Commissioner Poonch, Ashok Kumar Sharma, today conducted a tour of the Mandi–Loran areas to inspect and review developmental works underway in the region. During the visit, the Deputy Commissioner interacted with the Mandi Mandir Management Committee and local residents at Loran, listening to their grievances and demands. He assured them of prompt redressal of genuine issues, reiterating the administration’s commitment to grassroots development and welfare.

The Deputy Commissioner inspected the landslide-affected area near Nangali Sahib and reviewed restoration work. As part of his tour, he paid obeisance at Shri Budha Amarnath Ji Mandir Mandi, Sai Illahi Baksh Ziyarat at Battalkote, and Gurudwara Dera Santpura Nangali Sahib. At these shrines, he prayed for peace, communal harmony and prosperity of the region.

Highlighting Poonch’s tradition of cultural and spiritual diversity, the Deputy Commissioner reiterated the administration’s resolve to promote equitable development, social cohesion and interfaith harmony, stressing that unity in diversity remains the guiding strength of 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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