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SRINAGAR: According to the Chief Engineer, Distribution, KPDCL, in order to carry out stabilization/ improvement of 33 KV line/ oil topping and maintenance of Receiving Stations, the shutdown of 33KV Alusteng Nagbal line shall be observed due to which Receiving Stations at Zakura and B Alasteng, Nagbal, Gadoora and Tulbagh shall remain off while the power supply to the Shuhama, Bakura, Darend, Nagbal, Fatehpora, Check Gadoora, Tulbagh and Chunduna areas will be affected from 10:00 AM to 03:00 PM on 28 December, 2024.

Similarly, in order to carry out stabilization/ improvement of 33 KV Badampora Safapora including other stabilization works, the shutdown of 33KV Badampora-Safapora Tap line shall be observed due to which Receiving Station at Safapora shall remain off while the power supply to the Safapora, Gratbal, Jarakobagh and Manasbal areas will be affected from 10:30 AM to 03:00 PM on 26 and 28 December, 2024.

Also, to fix/ install guard netting of 33 KV Pampore and BK Pora line at Kadlabal Pampore in view of the recent damage to the electrical equipments and appliances due to snapping of conductor on LT Network which passes just beneath the said line, the shutdown of 33KV Pampore-BK Pora line shall be observed due to which Receiving Stations at BK Pora, Khanda and Summerbugh shall remain off while the power supply to the BK Pora, Khanda, Chatergam, Kenihama, Sumerbugh, Wagoora, Wadipora, Aribagh and Chackpora areas will be affected from 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM on 26 December, 2024.

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