RAMBAN: Deputy Commissioner Ramban Mohammad Alyas Khan today chaired a meeting of the Regional Transport Authority (RTA) in his office chamber to deliberate on key issues related to the public transport system in the district. The meeting was attended by Additional Superintendent of Police Majeeb-ur-Rehman; Assistant Regional Transport Officer (ARTO) Kuldeep Singh and other concerned officials.

During the meeting, the DC, who also serves as Chairman of the RTA, along with other members conducted a comprehensive review of 28 applications seeking route permits and modifications in existing permits. The ARTO briefed the chair on the cases presented for consideration.

After detailed discussions and scrutiny, several cases under the Mission YUVA and MUMKIN schemes were also approved for fresh route permits, aimed at enhancing youth participation in the transport sector and improving the accessibility of public transportation for the residents of Ramban. Issues relating fixation of route limits and regulation of e-autos were also discussed in the meeting.

The Deputy Commissioner directed the Police and the Motor Vehicles Department to maintain strict check on overloading, ensure effective regulation of vehicular movement across the district, and take stringent action against traffic violators. He emphasized the importance of maintaining discipline on the roads to ensure public safety and smooth transportation.

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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