SRINAGAR: DIG South Kashmir Range Shri Javid Iqbal Matoo, inaugurated a state-of-the-art Dog Kennel facility at District Police Lines Anantnag today, accompanied by SSP Anantnag Shri Dr. G.V. Sundeep Chakravarthy. This initiative is a significant step towards enhancing the District Police's capabilities in crime detection, search-and-rescue operations, and explosives detection.

Speaking at the inauguration, DIG SKR highlighted the critical role of well-trained canine units in Modern Policing. He noted that the facility is designed to provide an optimal environment for training and maintaining Police dogs, thereby improving the operational efficiency of the force.

SSP Anantnag, Shri Dr. G.V. Sundeep Chakravarthy, praised the efforts of the Police team in establishing the kennel and reaffirmed the department's commitment to leveraging advanced tools and techniques to ensure public safety.

The event was attended by senior officers, including SP Headquarters Anantnag Shri Sajad Ahmad, DySP Headquarters Anantnag Shri Mohammad Ayoub, DySP DAR Anantnag Shri Rouf Baba, and other district police officials.

The inauguration featured a live demonstration of the skills of the trained canine unit, which was met with widespread appreciation. The initiative marks a milestone in strengthening the district's policing infrastructure and operational readiness.

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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.

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