JAMMU: A delegation of the J & K  Oil Tanker Union, led by its President Ranjit Singh Raina, today met SSP Traffic Jammu City Amit Bhasin at his office and discussed the issue of halting of oil tankers at Ramban due to ongoing government infrastructure development and construction work along the National Highway.

The delegation, besides Ranjit Singh Raina also included Harasis Singh, Spokesperson to the President, Surinder SIngh another senior member of the Union apprised the SSP Traffic of the difficulties being faced by oil tanker operators and drivers due to restrictions on movement at Ramban.

During the meeting, the delegation also raised other issues and concerns pertaining to tanker drivers and their day-to-day operations. SSP Amit Bhasin gave a patient hearing to the representatives and assured them that the government is seized of the matter. 

SSP further assured that within the next two weeks, the road would be made available for smooth movement and operation of oil tankers. Later, Harasis Singh informed that the delegation had also conveyed all other issues concerning tanker drivers to the SSP. He said that SSP Amit Bhasin appeared assertive in his response and the delegation was hopeful of positive action on the issues raised.

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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