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

POONCH: District Election Officer (DEO) Poonch, Vikas Kundal, today conducted a comprehensive inspection of the Strong Room at Girls HSS Poonch, focusing on security arrangements ahead of the vote counting scheduled for October 8th. The review, aimed at ensuring the integrity of the electoral process, covered key aspects such as the functionality of CCTV cameras, digital infrastructure, and other allied security arrangements.

The inspection involved a detailed review of the CCTV surveillance system, ensuring that all cameras were operational and providing clear, uninterrupted coverage of the premises. The digital infrastructure was also scrutinized, with the team confirming that all systems required for monitoring and data management were fully functional.

He also examined allied arrangements, including the deployment of security personnel and access control measures. The presence of the Returning Officers (ROs) from the three assembly segments added a layer of localized insight, ensuring that specific concerns related to each constituency were addressed comprehensively.

The thorough review left no stone unturned, with officials ensuring that all protocols were adhered to. The security of the Strong Room, which will hold the EVMs until counting day, was confirmed to be fully intact and in compliance with Election Commission guidelines.

The DEO was accompanied by Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Poonch, Tahir Mustafa Malik, Deputy DEO Poonch, Saleem Ahmed, Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) Mendhar, Imran Rashid Kataria, and Returning Officers (ROs) from Haveli, Mendhar, and Surankote constituencies. The officials meticulously inspected the security setup, verifying the readiness of the Strong Room to safeguard the Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs).

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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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