KATRA: In a commendable display of honesty, professionalism, and public service, the Security Wing of Jammu and Kashmir Police successfully traced and returned a lost bag containing cash and important documents to its rightful owner at Katra. 

Today, Shri Vipin Sonkar reported to the office of the Incharge, Helipad Katra (Anti-Hijacking), and informed that he had misplaced his bag containing several thousand rupees in cash along with personal documents. He stated that the bag might have been left either at Sanjichhat Helipad or Katra Helipad. 

Upon receiving the information, security personnel immediately initiated inquiries at both heliports. Employees and staff deployed at the locations were questioned regarding the whereabouts of the missing bag. 

Subsequently, SI Girdhari Lal, deployed at Sanjichhat Helipad, reported that an unattended bag had been found at the heliport. Preliminary verification revealed that the recovered bag matched the description provided by the complainant. The bag was thereafter dispatched by helicopter and received at Serli Helipad by the concerned officers. 

On opening and verifying the contents of the bag, ₹72,220 in cash was found along with an Aadhaar card and other identity documents. After thorough verification of ownership, the recovered cash and belongings were handed over to the rightful owner, Shri Vipin Sonkar, on proper _supurdnama_ and against a receipt, in the presence of ASI Parshotam Kumar and other witnesses. 

The complainant expressed his gratitude and appreciation for the prompt response, dedication, and sincere efforts of the Security personnel of Jammu and Kashmir Police in tracing and returning his lost property. This act reflects the commitment of Jammu and Kashmir Police towards public service, integrity, and assistance to pilgrims and visitors during their journey.

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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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