RAJOURI: Deputy Commissioner Abhishek Sharma, today chaired a meeting in the Conference Hall of the DC office to finalize the arrangements for the Shab-e-Qadr, Jamat-ul-Vida and Eid-ul-Fitr in the district. The DC issued directions for uninterrupted power supply and instructed concerned officers to ensure proper sanitation in the town. The functioning of streetlights was also reviewed, with directions to address any faults promptly.

Stressing the importance of an uninterrupted water supply, the DC asked the PHE department to take necessary measures to ensure smooth distribution. He also took stock of the distribution of ration in rural areas and emphasized timely delivery. To maintain law and order during the celebrations, security arrangements, crowd management, and traffic regulations were thoroughly discussed. The deployment of magistrates at key locations was also reviewed to ensure smooth conduct of the events.

The Deputy Commissioner directed the concerned officers to make adequate parking arrangements to avoid congestion. Market checking teams were instructed to keep a strict vigil on the quality and pricing of essential commodities, including mutton, chicken, cheese, fruits, and vegetables, to prevent overcharging and ensure food safety.

Additionally, the Executive Officer Municipal Council was directed to ensure the scientific disposal of waste to maintain hygiene and cleanliness. The meeting was attended by ADC Rajiv Khajuria; ACR Mohd Jahangir Khan; Additional SP Bikram Kumar; Ex En PDD Abdul Rasheed; AD FCS&CA Rohit; EO Municipal Council Yousaf ul Umar; Administrator Auqaf  Qayoom Mir; CMO Dr Manohar Rana; Beoparmandal President Rajesh Gupta, and other district and sectoral officers.

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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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