UDHAMPUR: Deputy Commissioner Udhampur Saloni Rai today flagged off a van loaded with relief material for the flood-affected families of Chenani area. The relief material was handed over to the Sewa Bharti Unit Udhampur for further distribution among the victims.

While interacting with media persons, the Deputy Commissioner appreciated the community support and the dedicated efforts of Sewa Bharti in extending timely assistance to the affected families. She congratulated the organization for its humanitarian contribution and emphasized that collective efforts are vital in mitigating the hardships of flood-hit people.

The DC informed that the relief material, comprising ration and other essential items, is meant exclusively for the families impacted by the recent flood. She further added that various teams are tirelessly working on the ground to assess the damages caused and to ensure effective relief and rehabilitation measures.

Among others, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Prem Singh, President Sewa Bharti Unit Udhampur Brij Narayan Raina and other officers and prominent citizens were present.

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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