SHOPIAN: As part of the ongoing observance of Police Commemoration Day, Police Flag Day and Rashtriya Ekta Diwas-2026, J&K Police in Shopian organised a series of activities across the district to honour the supreme sacrifices of police martyrs and promote the values of patriotism, national unity, discipline and public service.

As part of these initiatives, Police in Shopian organised a debate competition on the topic “Role of Police and Martyrs in Nation Building” at Government Higher Secondary School, Imamsahab. The event was presided over by DySP PC Imamsahib. Students participated enthusiastically and expressed their views on the vital role of the Police in maintaining law and order, safeguarding public safety, upholding peace and strengthening national unity and integrity.

The participants also paid rich tributes to the police martyrs, highlighting their bravery, dedication and unwavering commitment to the service of the nation. Prizes were distributed among the participants in recognition of their performance and to encourage their involvement in educational and patriotic activities.

Similarly, SDPO Zainapora, accompanied by SHO Police Station Zainapora and IC Police Post Wachi, visited Government Middle School Safanagri to pay tribute to the brave police martyrs who laid down their lives in the line of duty. During the programme, the officers highlighted the exemplary services, courage and supreme sacrifices of police martyr Ab Aziz Bhat, a resident of Safanagri who had received his basic education from the same institution. The students and staff were sensitised about the martyrs’ dedication, patriotism and selfless service to the nation, with a view to inspiring the younger generation to uphold the values of courage, discipline and national integrity.

In another activity, Police Station Shopian organised an awareness programme at Town Hall Shopian to honour police martyrs SPO Adil Manzoor Bhat resident of Zawoora and Ct. Mohiuddin Mir resident of Shahdab Kerewa, who laid down their lives in the line of duty while serving the nation and protecting its people. During the programme, the exemplary service, noble deeds and contributions of the two martyrs were highlighted. Local residents paid heartfelt tributes to the brave martyrs, remembered their supreme sacrifices and prayed for eternal peace for their departed souls. The participants also appreciated the efforts of District Police Shopian in serving the public and safeguarding the nation.

These initiatives were aimed at commemorating the supreme sacrifices of police personnel, strengthening police-public relations and fostering a spirit of patriotism, unity, discipline and social responsibility among the youth. Police reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to honouring the legacy of police martyrs, promoting national integration and strengthening the bond between the Police and the public, while upholding the ideals of dedication, integrity and service to the nation.

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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.

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