POONCH: Deputy Commissioner Poonch Ashok Kumar Sharma chaired a meeting with the concerned officers today to review the availability and functioning of essential services in the district.

During the meeting, the DC directed the concerned departments to ensure adequate stock of essential commodities including food items, LPG, and fuel to meet public requirements without disruption.

The status of telecom services in the district was also reviewed. The Deputy Commissioner instructed representatives of all three major telecom operators to expedite restoration by undertaking necessary repair works at the earliest to ensure seamless connectivity.

Reviewing the preparedness of the Medical Department, the DC directed the health authorities to remain fully geared up to tackle any eventuality. He stressed ensuring sufficient availability of medicines, ambulances, bedding and other critical health infrastructure for the public.

The Deputy Commissioner emphasized coordinated efforts among departments to maintain uninterrupted essential services and assured the public that the district administration is committed to addressing their needs on priority.

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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