BANDIPORA: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Bandipora, Indu Kanwal Chib, on Thursday conducted an extensive tour of Sumbal sub-division to assess the situation arising out of inclement weather conditions and to take stock of essential services in the area.

During the visit, DC inspected Community Health Centre Sumbal, Asham area, Hajin town, Municipal Committee Hajin office and Naninara Bridge, to review preparedness measures and ensure timely response to any exigency. She also interacted with officials to assess ground-level issues and directed the concerned departments to remain alert for quick redressal of public grievances.

At Community Health Centre, Sumbal, she inspected patient care facilities, interacted with medical staff, and emphasized the importance of maintaining emergency preparedness to deal with any exigency. In the Hajin area, DC took stock of civic amenities and directed officers to remain vigilant in view of possible disruptions due to heavy rains and related conditions.

DC reiterated that the district administration is fully committed to ensuring uninterrupted services, better preparedness, and safety of the people during inclement weather conditions.

During the field visit, DC was accompanied by Sub-Divisional Magistrate Sumbal, officers from I&FC department, Mechanical Irrigation, and other concerned departments.

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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