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SRINAGAR: Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL has informed that the Shutdown of 33 kV Silk Factory line will be observed due to which power supply to Rambagh, Allochibagh, Tulsibagh, Burzullah, LD Hospital, Spinning plant and adjoining areas will be affected from 09 am to 03 pm on 10, 17 & 21 November 2026.

Similarly, shutdown of 132 KV Switchyard at 100 MVA, 132/33 KV GSS Badampora will be observed due to which power supply to Kurhama, Yangpora, Baroosa, Old Dab, Checki baba salun, Sainik School, Rabitar, Kondbal, GCET Safapora, Lar, Waliwar, Watlar, Repora, Tulmulla, Dangerpora, Theeru, Larsun, Safapora, Central University, Gratbal, Jarakobagh, Hajin, Preng, Madwan, Banyari, Hakbara, Army Camp, Chandgeer, Aloosa, Malangam, Quil, Nishat, Papchan, Ajas, SK Bala, Sadunara, Bazipor, Nadihal, Guroora, Argam, Wanpora, Dawar, NHPC, Tragbal, Peerbaba, Razdan Top and other adjoining areas will be affected from 09 am to 03 pm on 14 & 17 November 2026.

Likewise, shutdown of  132/33 KV Grid Substation Cheshmashahi will be observed due to which power supply to Zabarwan Park, Centaur Hotel, SKICC, Nehru Park, Dalgate, Dal Lake, CM Residence, Dy. CM Residence, Raabita House, DC Residence, Gupkar, Church Lane, Radio Kashmir, CD Hospital, Kohnakhan, J&K Bank Head Office, Lal Chowk, Chief Justice Residence, Regal Chowk, IMPA, Banquet Hall, MLA Hostel, Paras Hospital, Ishber, Brein, Nishat, Foreshore Road, Pathan Bagh, Tailbal, Arabal, Parry Chowk, SKUAST, Dara, Darbagh, Theed, Badamibagh Cantonment and adjoining areas will be affected from 09 am to 03 pm on 10 November 2026.

Furthermore, shutdown of 33 kV Khunmoh SIDCO-II line will be observed due to which power supply to Industrial Estate Khonmoh from 09 am to 03 pm on 15 November 2026.

Similarly, shutdown of 33 kV Habbak-Lal Bazar line and 33 kV GIS Kathidarwaza line will be observed due to which power supply to Botshah Mohalla, Sikhbagh, Botakadal, Baghwanpora, Lal Bazar, Molvi Stop, Amdakada, Saidakadal, Naidyar, Central Jail, PHE Pokhribal, Kathidarwaza, Mir Behri Dal and adjoining areas will be affected from 09 am to 03 pm on 10 November 2026.

Likewise, shutdown of 33 kV Lissar Kokernag line will be observed due to which power supply to Kokernag, Vailoo, Dandipora and adjoining areas will be affected from 10 am to 03 pm on 09 November 2026.

Meanwhile, the Chief Engineer has informed that the Shutdown of 33 kV Cheshmashahi-Shalimar and  Cheshmashahi-Brein-Nishat line, scheduled for 09 November and shutdown of 33 kV Cheshmashahi-O/H Double Circuit TRC, Centaur line, scheduled for 11 November has been rescheduled to 10 November 2026 from 09 am to 03 pm.

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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Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here