SRINAGAR: The President of the Jammu and Kashmir National Conference, Dr. Farooq Abdullah, and Vice President and Hon’ble Chief Minister Omar Abdullah have expressed profound grief and shock over the tragic loss of lives in a bus accident near the Kagort village on the Ramnagar–Udhampur road in Udhampur district on Monday, in which several passengers were killed and several others sustained injuries.

In a statement, the duo extended their heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for strength and solace to help them endure this immense loss. They also wished a speedy and full recovery to those injured in the accident.

The duo emphasized that their thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by this tragedy. They also expressed hope that the ongoing relief and rescue operations are carried out swiftly and effectively, ensuring timely medical assistance and support to the injured. They urged the concerned authorities to extend all possible help to the victims and their families during this difficult time.

Among others Party General Secretary Haji Ali Muhammad Sagar, Addl General Secretary and Rajya Sabha MP Choudhary Muhammad Ramzan, Advisor to HCM Nasir Aslam Wani, Treasurer Shami Oberoi, Ajay Kumar Sadhotra Additional General Secretary and former minister, Provincial Presidents Showkat Mir, Rattan Lal Gupta have also expressed grief over the incident and extended sympathies to the bereaved.

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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Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here