• Dr Shazad expresses grief over Kishtwar, Kathua cloudbursts

JAMMU: The Jammu and Kashmir Border Area Development Conference (JKBADC), a registered organisation working for the welfare of border residents and tribal communities, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss of lives in the recent cloudbursts at Kishtwar and Kathua. Chairman of JKBADC and former Vice Chancellor, Dr. Shazad Ahmed Malik, remarked, “We are heartbroken at the suffering of the people. Our prayers are with the families who have lost their loved ones. In this hour of grief, we stand shoulder to shoulder with them.”

Dr. Shazad urged the government to ensure immediate medical care for the injured and fair compensation for the affected families. He noted that many victims have not only lost their homes but also their means of livelihood, and they require timely support to rebuild their lives.

He further stressed the importance of strengthening disaster management in Jammu and Kashmir. The cloudburst in Kishtwar once again highlights the vulnerability of hilly regions, while the tragedy in Kathua shows that even plain areas are not safe from such extreme events. He emphasized the urgent need for better preparedness, including early warning systems and specialized rescue units, so that future disasters can be managed more effectively. JKBADC conveyed solidarity with the people of Kishtwar and Kathua.

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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