RAJOURI: Krishna Janmashtami was celebrated with devotion in Rajouri district today. The celebrations included a Jhanki Yatra, which began from the Sanatan Dharma Sabha Ashram premises, passed through the Old Bus Stand and concluded back at the Ashram. Deputy Commissioner Rajouri Abhishek Sharma and Senior Superintendent of Police Gaurav Sikarwar joined the devotees during the festivities.

A large number of people from different walks of life participated in the event, offering prayers and taking part in the celebrations. Devotional songs, bhajans and chants in praise of Lord Krishna created a festive atmosphere across the town. The organisers expressed gratitude to the district administration and police authorities for their support in ensuring the smooth conduct of the programme.

Krishna Janmashtami marks the birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. The festival is observed with fasting, devotional singing, enactments of Krishna’s childhood (Jhankis) and midnight prayers, signifying the divine moment of his birth.

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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