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JAMMU: Leader of Opposition in the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly Sunil Sharma, along with MLA Jammu East Yudhvir Sethi, conducted an extensive tour of Jammu City today to assess the ground situation and understand the plight of the residents affected by heavy rains and flooding of River Tawi. 

The Legislators visited Rajiv Colony, Rajinder Nagar, Vikram Chowk, Goyal Lane, Old University Lane, Fisheries Mohalla, Rajiv Nagar Canal Road, Qasim Nagar, Goswami Mohalla, Jogi Gate, Peerkho and Roop Nagar areas- the hardest hit by the incessant rainfall and subsequent flooding.

They expressed deep anguish over damaged homes, collapsed infrastructure, washed-away roads, and families grappling with the tragic aftermath of nature’s fury. “The scenes of devastation are heart-wrenching. The incessant rains have played havoc with the lives of our people. Many families have lost everything overnight,” Sunil Sharma remarked.

Sunil Sharma interacted with dozens of affected families and listened to their concerns, needs and fears. He assured the people of immediate and comprehensive relief efforts, promising that no affected citizen would be left out in this hour of crisis. He assured to restore the basic amenities, adding that the efforts are on to resume water supply, electricity etc.

He also lauded the humane approach of the Governments of Haryana and Madhya Pradesh for donating financial aid for the flood affected people and shared that other states are also being approached for help.

Sunil Sharma said "Your courage in the face of such adversity is commendable and we are with you—not just in words but in action". He assured that every possible measure will be taken to restore normalcy and provide the necessary aid swiftly.

The Legislators called for urgent coordination between disaster management agencies, municipal bodies and local administration to expedite relief distribution and rehabilitation work. Yudhvir Sethi said that as elected representative of the constituency, he is committed to ensuring that the people affected are heard and provided every kind of help.

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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