POONCH: The Deputy Commissioner Poonch, Vikas Kundal, today held a meeting with district-level officers to assess preparations for the Republic Day Celebration-2025. Deputy Commissioner meticulously reviewed all aspects of the upcoming celebration, including: Security Arrangements, Venue decoration, Public Address System, Seating Arrangements, Fire Safety, Cultural Programs, Parade Preparations, Refreshments, Illumination of Government Buildings and SK Bridge, Media Coverage, Shahnai Vadan etc.

The main function will held at the sports stadium, where the Chief Guest will unfurl the national flag and take the salute from the march past. The Deputy Commissioner stressed the importance of launching a cleanliness drive around the venue and ensuring uninterrupted power and water supply on the day of the event. A full dress rehearsal is scheduled for January 24, 2025.

The Information Department has been tasked with ensuring a faultless public address system and extensive media coverage, starting with traditional Shahnai music. The Deputy Commissioner has also directed executive engineers to make arrangements for barricading, seating, drinking water supply, and uninterrupted power on the celebration day.  Provisions for ambulance, fire tender, security personnel, and adequate manpower were also discussed.

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here
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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