REASI: Deputy Commissioner (DC)  Nidhi Malik on Friday chaired a high-level meeting to assess winter preparedness in the district. SSP Paramvir Singh and ADDC Sukhdev Samyal, besides functionaries of other Government departments attended the meeting. The DC reviewed the availability of snow clearance machinery, the stock position of essential commodities, and action plans prepared by various departments to prevent service disruptions during the winter season.

She emphasized the need for a coordinated approach to address potential challenges arising due to harsh weather conditions. Specific instructions were issued to key departments to expedite their preparations. 

The XEN PMGSY was directed to complete the installation of crash barriers within the stipulated time frame, ensuring road safety during snowfall. The Food Department was asked to initiate winter stocking of essential supplies in snowbound areas without delay. Additionally, the DC directed the concerned officers to take up the matter of deploying a fire brigade vehicle in the Mahore area with higher authorities.

The Power Development Department (PDD) was instructed to enhance buffer stocks of transformers and adhere to the electricity supply schedule to minimize power outages. The DC also called on all departments to accelerate the pace of ongoing works and prioritize monitoring to address public grievances effectively. ADC Kulbushan Khajuria, ACD Pardeep Kumar, ACR Reasi Anshumali Sharma, SDM Katra and other concerned officials were present.

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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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