SHOPIAN: In order to ensure smooth and hassle-free celebrations of Eid Milad-un-Nabi (SAW), a meeting was convened today under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Shishir Gupta at Mini-Secretariat, here. During the meeting, DC reviewed in detail the arrangements related to security, traffic regulation, sanitation, power & water supplies, healthcare facilities, illumination of religious places and availability of essential commodities.

DC directed the Police and MVD departments to put in place adequate security and traffic management plans including a suitable parking system so that devotees do not face any inconvenience. He asked the Municipal authorities to launch special cleanliness drives around mosques, shrines, and procession routes.

KPDCL and Jal Shakti departments were instructed to provide uninterrupted electricity, illumination at all the three religious places, Asari- sharief Pinjoora, Arhama, Jamia Masjid and drinking water supply during the days of celebration. Health department was asked to keep medical teams and ambulances on standby, and officers were urged to work in close coordination and ensure that all required arrangements are in place well before the commencement of the celebrations.

Representatives of various religious organizations also participated in the meeting and assured their cooperation with the administration for the successful conduct of Eid Milad-un-Nabi (SAW). Additional Deputy Commissioner, Dr. Zakir Hussain Faaz; Tehsildars, district officers, Ex. Engineers, and other concerned 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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