In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family

KATHUA: In a demonstration of best electoral practices, the District Election Office Kathua has implemented robust measures to ensure transparency and accountability in the post-poll process for all six Assembly segments in the district. The Government Degree College (Boys) Kathua, designated as the Counting Centre, is now a model of transparency with the provision of live CCTV surveillance monitoring all strong rooms where Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) are securely stored following the polling on October 1st.

To further uphold these standards, the District Election Office has set up a dedicated, 24/7 Control Room inside the college. This facility, accessible to election agents and authorized representatives of contesting candidates, provides live feeds from the CCTV cameras installed in the strong rooms. In addition to real-time monitoring, election agents and candidates are permitted regular visits to the strong rooms, ensuring concerns are addressed promptly and minimizing any apprehensions.

For the convenience of those involved, the Control Room has been equipped with necessary amenities, including fans, drinking water, and Wi-Fi. Duty magistrates are present round-the-clock to ensure that all protocols are strictly followed and to resolve any issues immediately, thereby reinforcing the integrity of the electoral process.

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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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